Dodge 2008 Durango - Manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures, 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. Obse...

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. 8 INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 m Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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 TransmissionPlace the shif...

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle havebeen programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannotbe programmed to any othe...

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 15seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound. Inaddition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light willbegin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”position and remove the seco...

IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systemsare locked to provide anti-theft protection for your ve-hicle. It may be difficult to turn the key from the LOCKposition when starting your vehicle, if the steering wheelis locked. Move the steering wheel left and righ...

WARNING! The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selectoris in the PARK position. Do not attempt to pull theshift lever out of PARK after the key is in the LOCKposition. NOTE: The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed, and the steering wheel is turned around 115degrees clockwise or 65 ...

To Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks oruse the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. Afterall the doors are locked and closed the security light inthe instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that thesystem is arming. The security light in the instrume...

UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed SentryKey into the ignition and turning the key to the ONposition. ILLUMINATED ENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when thedoors are unlocked using the key fob. The interior lights will remain on ...

NOTE: Your vehicle’s keyfob may have three, four or five buttons (shown), depending on the optional featurespurchased with your vehicle. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors andliftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances aminimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radiotr...

3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, bypressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the keyfob. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the SecurityAlarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated...

4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 5. Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the ve-hicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob withthe ignition in the OFF position and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob, while you are inside the vehicle, wi...

Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF pressand release the PANIC button on the transmitter once.When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights willilluminate, the headlamps and parking lights will flash,and the horn will sound. To cancel the Panic mode pre...

Programming Additional Transmitters Vehicles will be shipped from the assembly plants withtwo key fob transmitters programmed only for thatvehicle. A total of eight fobs can be programmed for yourvehicle. Additional fobs can be programmed to yourvehicle through the use of a currently programmed fob....

12. Repeat steps 8 through 10 to program up to sixadditional fobs. 13. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 14. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60seconds from when the original chime was heard. After60 seconds, all programmed fobs function normally. NOTE: If you do not have a progra...

with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deteriora-tion. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To reassemble the transmitter case, snap the twohalves of the case together. Make sure there is an even“gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install andtighten the screw unti...

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. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingchildren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could...

chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch anda door is open, as a reminder to remove the key. Automatic Door LocksIf this feature is enabled, your door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph(24 km/h). Automatic Door Lock ProgrammingThis feature is enabled wh...

Auto Unlock On Exit — If EquippedThis feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle whenany door is opened (excluding the liftgate). This willoccur only after the vehicle has been shifted into the Parkposition after the vehicle has been driven (shifted out ofPark and all doors closed). This featur...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in therear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child-protection door lock system. To use the system, open each rear door and slide thecontrol UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengagethe child-protection locks...

WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door has up-down switchesthat give you finger tip control of all four power win-dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on thepassenger doors for passenger window control. The windows will operate only when the ignition switch isturned t...

Auto Down The driver’s and front passenger window switch has anAuto Down feature. Push the window switch past thefirst detent, release, and the window will go downautomatically. To cancel the Auto Down movement,operate the switch in either the up or down direction andrelease the switch. Auto Up Feat...

Resetting the Auto-Up FeatureShould the Auto-Up feature stop working the windowprobably needs to be reset. To reset Auto-Up: Pull the window switch up and close the window com-pletely, then pull and hold the switch for 1 second. Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door al...

NOTE: When the engine is running from a Remote Start (if equipped), the vehicle must first be unlocked bypressing the remote transmitter UNLOCK button prior toactivating the Power Liftgate otherwise the engine willstop automatically. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. Toopen the li...

When the remote keyless entry transmitter button ispressed two times and the “Lamp Flash” feature isenabled the turn signals will flash twice to signal that theliftgate is opening or closing. The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing theswitch located on the overhead console. WARNING! During...

• The power liftgate must be in the full open position inorder to power close. If the liftgate is not fully open,press the remote keyless entry transmitter or overheadconsole button to fully open the liftgate and then pressagain to close. • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgateis...

WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and yourpassengers could be injured by these fumes. Keepthe liftgate closed when you are operating thevehicle. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,make sure that all windows are clos...

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 the frontseat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up thewebbing as far a...

WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high onyour body, possibly causing internal injuries. Alwaysbuckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could ...

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulderbelt can be adjusted upward or downward to help positionthe belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchoragerelease button to release the anchorage, and then move itup or down to the position that serv...

Second Row Center Seat Belt The center seating position in the second row has a seatbelt assembly that can be converted from the normalemergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode.The seat belt should only be used in the automaticlocking mode when a child seat is installed at this seatingloc...

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward untilthe entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you willhear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt isnow in the automat...

WARNING! • If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyedbuckle are not properly connected when the seatbelt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will notbe able to provide the proper restraint and willincrease the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the small (keyed buckle) latchp...

Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove any slack from the seat belt system in the event ofa collision. These devices improve the performance of theseat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the...

WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. You maydamage the airbags and you could be injuredbecause the airbags are no longer functional.These protective covers for the airbag cushions aredesigned to open only when the airbags are inflat-ing...

How the Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determinesif a frontal collision is severe enough to require theairbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are de-signed to provide different rates of airbag inflationfrom direction provided by the ORC. The ORC willdetect a ro...

irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particlessettle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac-turer’s instructions for cleaning. • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after theairbags have deployed. If you are involved in anothercollision, the airbags will not be in place to pro...

NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Enhanced Accident Response SystemIf the airbags deploy after an impact and the electricalsystem remains functional, vehicles equipped withpower door locks will unlock automatically, the enginewill...

by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but areless than one year old. Both types of child restraints areheld in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or theLATCH child restraint anchorage system. (See theLATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System section.) • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be ...

LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System (LowerAnchors and Tether for CHildren)Your vehicle’s second row seat is equipped with the childrestraint anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCHsystem provides for the installation of the child restraintwithout using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securingthe ...

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 and outof reach of children. It is recommended that beforeinstalling the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so theseat belt is tucked behind...

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle SeatBeltThe second and third row seats have either cinching latchplates or automatic locking retractors which are designedto keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint sothat it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belthas a cin...

back behind the center seating position. The hooks in therear floor are NOT designed to withstand the forces thatmay occur during a crash. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toincreased head motion and possible injury to thechild. Use only the anchor positions directly behindth...

2. Route the tether strap under the head restraint andbetween the two headrest posts. 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint tothe tether anchor located on the seat back and remove theslack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer ’sinstructions. WARNING! An incorrectly anch...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .83 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners . . . . . . . . . . 115 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquip...

CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, neverspray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe themirror clean. Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a s...

Electric Remote-Control Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the leftor right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wandin the direction you want the mirror to move. Whenfinished adjusting the m...

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...

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Heated mirrors are automatically activated when youdepress the rear window defroster switch located on theinstrument panel. The light will illuminate to indicatethat the heating elements are ON. Turning Off the rearwindow defroster or the ignition will deactivate theheat...

radio or the mirror has the two control buttons (PhoneButton and Voice Recognition Button) that will enableyou to access the system. Voice Recognition Button Actual button location may vary with radio.The individual buttons are described in the“Operation” section. The UConnect™ system can be used wi...

Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to phone book is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say 9 Phonebook New Entry. 9 • When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use oflong names...

Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone owners’manual for specific instructions on how to send theseentries from your phone. NOTE: • Phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX trans-fers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if theyare already co...

Conference CallWhen two calls are in progress (one active and one onhold), press and hold the “Phone” button until you heara double beep indicating that the two calls have beenjoined into one conference call. Three-Way CallingTo initiate three-way calling, press the “Voice Recogni-tion” button while...

Call ContinuationCall continuation is progression of a phone call onUConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key hasbeen switched to off. Call continuation functionalityavailable on the vehicle can be any one of three types: • After ignition key is switched off, a call can continueon the UConnect...

Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular PhoneThe UConnect™ system allows on going calls to betransferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect™system without terminating the call. To transfer an ongo-ing call from your UConnect™ paired cellular phone tothe UConnect™ system ...

• Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say 9 Setup Select Phone 9 and follow the prompts. • You can also press the “Voice Recognition” buttonanytime while the list is being played, and then choosethe phone that you wish to select. • The selected pho...

• fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speakingin North American English, French, and Spanish ac-cents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system, suchas voice mail, or when sending a page, at the e...

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...

WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat couldcause you to lose control. The seat belt might not beproperly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjustany seat only while the vehicle is parked. Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners The bucket seats...

Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquipped The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is locatedon the right side of the driver seat and on the left side ofthe passenger’s seat. Moving the lumbar control leverfore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support. Adjustable Head Restraints — All...

8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver power seat switches are located on the leftside of the driver seat lower side trim. The bottom switchcontrols up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjust-ment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust-ment. Head Restraint Adjustment Powe...

4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located onthe right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. Thebottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment.The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not ha...

The front heated seat system allows the driver and frontpassenger to select from two different levels of supple-mental electrical seat heating, or no seat heating to suittheir individual comfort requirements. With the ignition switch in the RUN position, depressingthe heated seat switch rocker to it...

off. Both of the indicators on identifies High heat level.The lower indicator on only, identifies Low heat level. NOTE: The high heat setting will operate for approxi- mately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the system willautomatically transition to the low heat setting. The lowheat setting will opera...

Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and Tumble Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on bothseating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback tobe reclined an additional 11 degrees. The second row bucket seats can be folded and tumbledforward for easy access to the third seat or rear car...

WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could beinjured if seats are not properly latched to their floorattachments. Always be sure the seats are fullylatched. Second Row 40/20/40 Seat — Fold and Tumble The 40/20/40 seat configuration is standard on all mod-els. This seat is equipped ...

To Fold the 40% seatbacks fully raise the lever on the sideof the seat to release the seatback. The seatback can nowbe folded into the down position for use as a cargo floor,or the seat can now be tumbled forward to allow accessto the rear of the vehicle. To fold the 20% seatback, pull the strap for...

NOTE: The seatback must be fully folded into the down position to allow the lever to be raised enough to releasethe floor latches. To Fold and Tumble the 2nd row 40% seats from the 3rdrow, fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold theseatback. Continue raising the lever to release the fl...

CAUTION! When loading cargo into the rear of you vehicle withthe 3rd row seat folded flat, be careful not to damagethe material on the head restraints. NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the seat back. WARNING! Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushionand back are properly...

Third Row 60/40 Folding — If Equipped Third Row Seat Third Row Seat 40% Seatback Fold UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3

DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on thedriver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seatposition, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tem-perature Control (ATC) temperature and radio sta...

NOTE: A chime sound may be heard if Setting Memory was inhibited for any reason. Memory Position Recall NOTE: • The driver’s seat belt must be unbuckled to recallmemory positions. • The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory posi-tions. • Not all motors may be moved at one time. Please referto the...

To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position andremove the key. 2. Press and release the memory SET (S) button locatedon the driver’s door. 3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the UNLOCKbutton on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. To disable anothe...

Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control This additional feature provides automatic driver’s seatpositioning which will enhance driver mobility out ofand into the vehicle. The seat cushion will move rear-ward approximately 2.5 inches (60 mm) when the key isremoved from the ignition switch. The seat w...

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 Headlight Switch Location Headlight Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 3

Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the second upward detent position, or when the UNLOCKbutton is pressed on the key fob. When a door is openand the interior ligh...

Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, Load Shed-ding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. If the ignition is off and any door is left ajar for eightminutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off...

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when theengine is started. This provides a constant “Lights ON”condition until the ignition is turned OFF. The lightsilluminate at reduced intensity. If the parking brake isapplied the Daytime Running Lights will tur...

indicator light located in the instrument cluster willilluminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights willturn off when the switch is pressed in, when the head-light switch is rotated to the OFF position, or the highbeam is selected. Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever ...

Turn Signal Auto-ModeTap the multi-function control lever once and the turnsignal (left or right) will flash 3 times, and automaticallyturn off. Passing LightYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bypartially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-ing wheel. This will momentar...

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in themultifunction control lever. Turn the end of the handle toselect the desired wiper speed. Intermittent Wiper SystemThe intermittent feature of this system was designed foruse when weather conditions...

Windshield Washers To use the washer, push in on the washer knob on the endof the multifunction control lever and hold while spray isdesired. If the washer knob is depressed while in thedelay range, the wiper will operate for several secondsafter the washer knob is released. It will then resume thei...

TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below theturn signal control and move the wheel up or down, asdesired. Push the lever forward to lock the column firmlyin place. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering...

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allowthe driver to establish a comfortable position relative tothe steering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the...

CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedalsor impede its ability to move as it may cause damageto the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in theadjustable pedal’s path. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this d...

To Vary The Speed Setting When the speed control is on, speed can be increased bypressing and holding the ACCEL button. When thebutton is released, a new set speed will be established. Tapping the ACCEL button once will result in a speedincrease (refer to the table below for the speed for yourspecif...

To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When thepedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded(especially when towing) the vehicle may slow bel...

When the driver selects Reverse the system scans forobjects behind the vehicle using four sensors located inthe rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 78.7inches (200 cm). A warning display above the rearwindow provides both visible and audible warningsindicating the range of the object. Th...

• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations couldaffect the performance of the system. If “Service Park Assist System” appears in the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sure therear bumper is clean please see your authorized dealer. To turn on/off the rear park assist sys...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features: • Courtesy Lights • Garage Door Opener — If Equipped • Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquipped Courtesy/Reading Lights Near the front of the console is one courtesy and tworeading lights. All lights illuminate as cou...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONICVEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IFEQUIPPED The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, andan Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Dome/Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome/readinglights. The dome/reading lights illuminate whe...

Trip FunctionsPressing the STEP button allows you to scroll throughone of the following Trip Function features: • TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled since the lastreset. To reset the TRIP function, press and hold theRESET button. • ELAPSED TIME – Shows the total elapsed time oftravel since the...

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — If EquippedYour vehicle is equipped with an engine oil changeindicator system. The “Oil Change Required” messagewill flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate thenext scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil changein...

Compass/Temperature Button Pressing the Compass/Temperature buttonwill return the display to the normal compass/temperature display. NOTE: Temperature accuracy can be effected from heat soak. For best accuracy, the vehicle should be driven at aspeed greater than 20 mph (32 km/h) for several min-utes...

metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off.The compass will now function normally. Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographicNorth is great enough to cause the com...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press the menu button until Personal Set-tings is displayed. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” isdisplayed. 4. Press and release RESET button until the propervariance zone is selected according to the variance map. 5. Press and r...

WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri-ous injury or death. Programming HomeLink T Before You BeginIf you have not trained any of the HomeLink t buttons, erase all channels b...

6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training”button. The name and color of the button may vary bymanufacturer. NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmedHomeLink t button twice (ho...

Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators aredesigned to “time-out” in the same manner. It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cyclingprocess to prevent possible overheating of the garagedoor or gate motor. If you are having difficulties programming a garage dooropener or a g...

NOTE: The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications notexpressly approved by the party responsible for compli-ance could void the user ’s authority to operate thedevice. The term “IC:” before the certification/registration num-ber only signifies that...

Express Open Feature During the Express Open operation, any movement ofthe switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in apartial open position. Again, momentarily pressing theswitch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature. To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forwardposition. A...

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS This vehicle has three auxiliary power outlets that canprovide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de-signed for use with the standard power outlet adapters.The outlet located in the lower portion of the instrumentpanel has a snap on plastic cap so that it can be covere...

NOTE: When the Inverter Switch is pressed, there will be a delay of approximately 1 second before the inverterstatus indicator turns ON. The status Indicator of the ACpower inverter indicates whether the inverter is produc-ing AC power. NOTE: Due to build in overload protection the inverter will shu...

third row occupants. The four cupholders located in thecenter console may be removed for cleaning. Power Outlet and Portable Phone StorageThe console is equipped with a power outlet, portablephone storage bin, and phone cord routing. The phonestorage bin can be used when easy access to the phone isn...

To access the storage bin, lift up on the console door latch. FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK The load carried on the roof when equipped with aluggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and shouldbe uniformly distributed over the cargo area. Rear Floor Console UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y...

The side rails between the stantions should be used to tiedown cargo. Check the straps frequently to be sure thatthe load remains securely attached. NOTE: Crossbars are offered by Mopar t accessories. External racks do not increase the total load carryingcapacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the tot...

WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving yourvehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off thevehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rackCautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED The...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS m Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 m Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 m Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 m Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2...

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 191 4

Instrument Cluster 192 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gage The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank whenignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Temperature Gage The temperature gage indicates engine coolanttemperature. Any reading within the normalrange indicates that the cooling system is operat- ing satisfac...

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

illuminates and the ABS is switched off. When thevoltage is above this value again, the malfunction indi-cator light should go out and the ABS is operational. Ifthe malfunction indicator light stays illuminated, havethe system checked at your authorized dealer as soon aspossible. 12. Engine Oil Pres...

9 ESP/TCS Indicator Light 9 starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active. The 9 ESP/TCS Indicator Light 9 also flashes when TCS is active. If the 9 ESP/TCS Indicator Light 9 begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and applyas little thr...

30. 4LOW IndicatorIndicates transfer case is in 4LOW position. 31. Odometer/Trip Odometer ButtonPress this button to toggle between the odometer and thetrip odometer display. Holding the button in resets thetrip odometer reading. ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display pane...

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...

Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (IfEquipped) Refer to your Radio Specific User’s Manual for detailedoperating instructions. Operating Instructions — Hands-FreeCommunication (UConnect™) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™)” inSection 3 of this manual for detailed oper...

3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear inthe box next to the words “Daylight Savings.” Touch thescreen where the words “Daylight Savings” are dis-played to change the current setting. Show Time if Radio is OffWhen selected, this feature will display the time of dayon the touch screen w...

SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (R...

EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. 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: Ej...

RND Button (Random Play Button)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an interestingchange of pace. Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran-domly selected track. Press the RND butto...

Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are notsupported. Playback of MP3 FilesWhen 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...

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 faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Vol...

SCAN Button (CD MODE)Press the Scan button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing. TIME Button (CD MODE)Press this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF (CD MODE)Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player wil...

MPEG Specification 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 Specification Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) WMA 44.1 and 48 ...

MacrovisionThis 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 a...

Play Mode When switched to UCI mode the iPod t will be in Play mode . In this Play mode , you may use the following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the iPod t and display data: TUNE/SCROLL KnobUse the “TUNE/SCROLL” knob to go to the next orprevious track. The “TUNE/SCROLL” knob functions s...

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 . TUNE/SCROLL KnobIn the List mode, the “TUNE/SCROLL” knob functionsin a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the ...

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 levelmenu of the iPod t . This takes you to the same top level menu as on your iPod t . Turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” knob to list the top m...

System Activation Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and youmay begin listening immediately to the one year ofSIRIUS audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite radio system in your vehicle. Sirius willcontact you to supply a welcome kit and to confirmsubscripti...

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. The left- and right-handcontrols are rocker-type switches with a push-button inthe center of each switch. Reach behind the steeringwheel to access the switches. Right-Hand...

Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD)Operation • Press the top of the switch once to listen to the nexttrack. • Press the bottom of the switch once either to listen tothe beginning of the current track or to listen to thebeginning of the previous track if it is within onesecond after the cu...

NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflectivecoating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try aknown good disc before considering disc player service. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR...

Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning On or Off perform thefollowing steps: • Position the mode control button to the desired airflowsetting. • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located tothe right of the temperature cont...

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

Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-ment panel and those located on the floor. NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmerair goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool ...

Temperature ControlThe temperature of the air is controlled by a slide locatedon the top center of the control panel. Move the slide leftor right to change the temperature. The blue area of thescale indicates cooler temperatures while the red areaindicates warmer temperatures. Rear Temperature Contr...

mode on the front control will give you air from theoutlets in the headliner in the rear. Floor mode in thefront will give you floor in the rear. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear WindowWasher/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — IfEquipped T...

Automatic Control The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level invarious weather conditions with a simple operation: • Select your desired temperature setting by pressingthe + or - side of the TEMP rocker switches. A digitaltemperature setting for driver and passenger will bedisplayed. The ATC...

feature. Refer to the 9 Overhead Console-Customer Pro- grammable Features. 9 The mode will also be shown in the display and will change as required during automaticoperation. NOTE: The system can be put into recirculate mode without affecting ATC operation. This will prevent out-side air from enteri...

engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since thecompressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort andimprove fuel economy. Recirculate Button Press this button to recirculate the air inside thevehicle. Outside air is prevented from enteringth...

Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-ment panel and those located on the floor. NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmerair goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool ...

REAR OFFThis turns the rear system off. The control will return tothe front system display after approximately 5 seconds ifno buttons are pushed while in one of the rear systemdisplays. You may also return to the front system displaysooner by pushing any button except the POWER/FANknob, the rear but...

The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: onefor the temperature control and the other for the fanspeed control. The mode for the rear air conditioning andheating system is always controlled by the front controlunit. Fan and temperature can be controlled from thefront control unit or the r...

Operating Tips Chart INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 265 4

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turnedoff, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park”position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper willresume operation. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is located in the climatecontrol panel. Press the switch and the r...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 m Engine Block Heater – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 276 m Automatic T...

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER – IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant andpermits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cordto a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with agrounded, three wire extension cord. The 3.7L/4.7L engine block heater cord is located at thefront of the en...

“R” ReverseUse this range only after the vehicle has come to acomplete stop. “N” NeutralShift to Neutral when vehicle is standing for prolongedperiods with engine running. Engine may be started inthis range. Set the parking brake if you must leave thevehicle. NOTE: Towing the vehicle (except as spec...

The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Driveif the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehiclespeeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When To Use “TOW/HAUL” Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying aheavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc-curs,...

light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavieracceleration. This may result in a slightly different feelingor response during normal operation in high gear. Whenthe vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed, orduring acceleration, the clutch automatically andsmoothly disengages. The fe...

LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfacedroads may cause increased tire wear and damage to thedriveline components. The transfer case Neutral (N) position is selected bydepressing the recessed button located on the lower lefthand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. NOTE: The transfer case Neutra...

Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation IITransfer Case NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between 4WD/ 4WD LOCK if the rear wheels are spinning (notraction). In this situation a position indicator light willflash and the original position indicator light will remainON. At this time, reduce s...

3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case controlswitch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing,shift the transmission back into gear. Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. With the key ON and the engine either OFF orRUNNING,...

PARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below thelower left corner of the instrument panel. To release theparking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked andthe gear-shift lever is in PARK position. When parking ona hill y...

WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or vehicle may roll and causedamage or injury. Also be certain to leave anautomatic transmission in Park. Failure to do somay cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage orinjury. • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengag...

When you are in a severe braking condition involvinguse of the Anti-lock Brake system, you will experiencesome pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop. This isthe result of the system reverting to the base brakesystem. Engagement of the Anti-lock Brake System may beaccompanied by a pulsing sensati...

WARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steeringassist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the endof the steering wheel travel will increase the steeringfluid temperature and sh...

WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the naturallaws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor canit increase braking or steering efficiency beyondthat afforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, includingthose r...

applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergencybraking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis-tances. The BAS complements the antilock brake system(ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in thebest BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system,you must apply continuous braki...

• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less thanappropriate for the steering wheel position. ESP/TCS Indicator Light The 9 ESP/TCS Indicator Light 9 starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the TCS orESP system becomes active. It will also flashonce a swaying trailer is detected an...

4WD/4WD LOCK or 2WD Models ONThis is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD LOCKand in 2WD vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started orthe transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4WD LOWor neutral back to 4WD LOCK, the ESP system will be inthis mode. This mode should be used for most all drivi...

mode by pressing the ESP Control Switch. Once thesituation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off”mode is overcome, turn ESP on by momentarily depress-ing the “ESP Control Switch”. This may be done with thevehicle is in motion. 4WD LOW Range Partial OffThis is the normal operating mode for...

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” moldedinto the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Ti...

Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards 9 ....blank.... 9 = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = S...

EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load correspondingto its load index under certain operating conditions.—The maximum speed correspon...

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. Tireswith white sidewalls will have the full TIN includingdate code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black si...

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 about the:1) number of people that ca...

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. ...

original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of yourvehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use sparetire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire,replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on thevehicle at the first opportunity. WARNING! The limited use spar...

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 depthbecomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn...

WARNING! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years,regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to followthis warning can result in sudden tire failure. Youcould lose control and have an accident resulting inserious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as litt...

WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than thatspecified for your vehicle. Some combinations ofunapproved tires and wheels may change suspen-sion dimensions and performance characteristics,resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak-ing of your vehicle. This can cause unp...

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. SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSUREINFORMATION — IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen-ge...

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 of yourtruck. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted on your vehicle with P245/70R17 tires. CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped...

TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate atdifferent loads and perform different steering, driving,and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear atunequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat-terns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotat...

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IFEQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warnthe driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehiclerecommended cold placard pressure (the placard is lo-cated on the drivers side B-pillar). The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1...

NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance, or to provide warning of a tirefailure or condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gaugewhile adjusting your tire pressure. • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causesthe tire to overheat and ...

• Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp willilluminate in the instrument cluster, and an au-dible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. Should thisoccur, you should stop as soon as possible, check theinfla...

limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime willsound and the TPM Telltale Light will still turn ON dueto the low tire. 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min-utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light willflash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. 4. For...

The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutesabove 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receivethis information. 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 ...

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys- tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow theprecautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. T...

WARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into aportable container that is inside of a vehicle. Youcould be burned. Always place gas containers on theground while filling. Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system candetermine if the fuel fille...

CAUTION! Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler cap (gas cap)can operate on E-85. ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and15% unleaded gasoline. WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-ing materia...

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

then be determined separately to be sure that the load isproperly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighingthe vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the frontor rear axles has been exceeded but the total load iswithin the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shiftedfrom front to rear or rea...

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailerplus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment(permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its 9 loaded and ready for operation 9 condition. The recom- mended way to measure GTW is to put your fu...

Fifth-Wheel HitchA special high platform with a coupling that mounts overthe rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connectsa vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin. Gooseneck HitchThe gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling armwhich attaches to a ball mounted in the bed...

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following websiteaddresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing . • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60...

• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. 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 con...

actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped witha hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronicbrake controller is not required. − 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 m...

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...

Towing Tips — Cooling SystemTo reduce potential for engine and transmission over-heating, take the following actions: − City DrivingWhen stopped for short periods of time, put transmissionin neutral and increase engine idle speed. − Highway DrivingReduce speed. − Air ConditioningTurn off temporarily...

WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended with the transfer case in theNeutral (N) position without first fully engaging theparking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) positiondisengages both the front and rear driveshafts fromthe powertrain and will allow the vehic...

CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-mission is shifted into Park (P) with the transfer casein Neutral (N) and the engine RUNNING. With thetransfer case in Neutral (N) ensure that the engine isOFF prior to shifting the transmission into Park (P) Shifting OUT of Neutral (N)Use t...

the 1 second time, then all of the position indicator lightswill flash continuously until all requirements are met oruntil the Neutral (N) button is released. NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable.If the key is not On, the sh...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 m Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 m Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column,just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switchand all front and rear directional signals will flashintermittently. Press the switch a second time to turn off the emergencyflashers. This is an emergency warning s...

Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck. 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargoarea. 2. Engage the jack wrench extension to the spare tirewinch through the hole in the floor. 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the sparetire. Continue to turn the wrench unti...

Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushed. Never get any part of your bodyunder a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or runthe engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you needto get u...

• Block both the front and rearof the wheel diagonally oppo-site the jacking position. Forexample, if the right frontwheel is being changed, blockthe left rear wheel. • Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when thevehicle is being jacked. Instructions 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tool...

JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 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 contami-nated area immedia...

WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting outthe battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to batteryexplosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle orof immobilized vehicle. FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If vehicle...

WARNING! Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuckvehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury ordeath. WARNING! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.Tow straps and chains may break, causing seriousinjury. CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue avehicle str...

Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheelsOFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raisedand the opposite end on a towing dolly. Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable, tow wit...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 m Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 m Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8 . . . . . . . . . 386 m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 387 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Messa...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 384 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 automatictransmission control systems. When these systems areoperating properly, your vehicle will provide excell...

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system candetermine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improp-erly installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap messagewill be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten thegas cap until a 9 clicking 9 sound is hear...

Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated testwhich you can use prior to going to the test station. Tocheck if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must dothe following: 1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crankor start t...

vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/Mstation can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is onwith the engine running. REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar t parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-sure the designed performance. Damage or...

CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will causeoil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damageyour engine. Change Engine OilFollow the Maintenance Schedule for recommended en-gine oil and filter change intervals. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- tervals exceed...

Engine Oil SelectionFor best performance and maximum protection under alltypes of operating conditions, the manufacture onlyrecommends engine oils that are API certified and meetthe requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material StandardMS-6395. American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine OilIdentification ...

Synthetic Engine OilsYou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changesare followed. Materials Added to Engine OilsThe manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-tion of any additiv...

WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaustsystem. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areaswhere your exhaust system can contact anything thatcan burn. In unusual situations i...

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...

Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints All four wheel drive models are equipped with fourconstant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of thesejoints is not required. However, the joint boot should beinspected for external leakage or damage periodically. Ifexternal leakage or damage is evident, the j...

damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Openseams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumesto seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,inspect the exhaust system each time ...

• 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 childrendo not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant...

• Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in thecoolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to beadded, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also beprotected against freezing. • If frequent coolant additions are required, or if thelevel in t...

Emission Related Components Fuel System Hoses And Vapor/Vacuum HarnessesWhen the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence ofheat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,cracking, checking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessiveswellin...

attempt to clean the PCV valve! Check ventilating hose for indication of damage or plugging with deposits.Replace if necessary. Brake System Power Disc Brakes (Front and Rear)Disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, severalhard stops during the break-in period are recommendedto seat the linin...

Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closedcontainer to avoid contamination from foreign matter ormoisture. CAUTION! Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminatethe brake fluid. Seal damage may result. Brake HosesInspection should be performed whenever the brakesystem is serviced or...

least 15 miles (24 km) of driving. At normal operatingtemperature the fluid cannot be held comfortably be-tween the fingertips. To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,the following procedure must be used: 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operatingtemperature. 2. The v...

NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differentialcomponents. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may beencountered in some off-highway types of service, willrequire draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage. Rear AxleRear Axle flu...

• Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, andrinse the panels completely with clear water. • If insects, tar or other ...

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly. FUSE BLOCK CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to useonly a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Theuse of a fuse with a rating other than indicated mayresult in a dangerous electrical system...

Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri-bution center located in the left side of the enginecompartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses andrelays. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover otherwis...

Fuses (Integrated Power Module) An integrated Power Module is located in the left side ofthe engine compartment. This center contains cartridgefuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuseand component may be stamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped ...

Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 26 Relay Adjustable PedalRly 27 30 AmpGreen Ignition Off Draw(IOD) #1 28 30 AmpGreen Ignition Off Draw(IOD) #2 29 Spare 30 Spare VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, werecommend that you take the following steps to...

2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to theinner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible byopening the fender panel access door which is located inthe wheel liner. 3. Grasp the headlight and pull firmly to disengage theheadlight from the fender panel. 4. While firmly holding the headlig...

2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle andremove. 3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 7

4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to theback of the tail lamp. 5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

License Lights 1. Remove the two screws securing the lens to theliftgate. 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket. 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem-bly to the liftgate. 2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous-ing. 3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 7

Fog Lights To replace the left foglamp bulb: 1. Remove the three wheel liner screws. 2. Remove the remove the far left air dam screw at thebottom of the fascia. 3. Peel back the liner and access the foglamp. 4. Rotate the socket and connector 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull straight reward to di...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 27 Gal. 102L 5.7L, 89 Octane 27 Gal 102L Engine Oil (with filter) 3.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L 4.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L 5.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7 Qt. 6.6L Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant...

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar t ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case Mopar t ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubr...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 444 m Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 446 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype on the following pages must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper func-tioning of the emission control system. These, and allother maintenance services included in this ma...

if it has been 6 months since your last oil change evenif the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-nated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive yourvehicle off-road for an extended period of time. • Under no circumstances should oil change intervalsexceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or ...

Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear ordamage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminalsas required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brakemaster cylinder, power steering and transmission andadd as needed. • Check all lights and other electrical ...

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 Tires. 6,000 10 000 6 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dustyor off-road...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the engine air cleaner filter. 30,000 50 000 30 Inspect the transfer case fluid. 30,000 50 000 30 Replace the top row of spark plugs on 4.7L engi...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 452 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 452 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 452 ▫ Be Reasonable ...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If youbelieve that your vehicle has a defect, which could causea crash or cause injury or death, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. I...

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...

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 195,291Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 395Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . ...

Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . ...

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 439Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403,407Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Power Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410Distribution Center (Fuses) . . . . . . . 384,385,386,424Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,29Lift Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . . . . . 361Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . . . 363 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...