Dodge 2008 Magnum SRT8 - Manual

INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It issupplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet andvarious customer-oriented documents. You are urged toread these publicati...

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do notread this entire manual, you may miss important infor-mation. 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. INTRODUCTION 7 1

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ FOB With Integrated Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ Tip Start Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This systemconsists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a WirelessIgnition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. Youcan insert the double-sided integrated key into the igni-tion switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (W...

Fob with Integrated Key The Fob with Integrated Key operates the ignition switch.It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the Fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should thebattery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead. The...

Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the STARTposition and release it as soon as the starter engages. Thestarter motor will continue to run, and it will disengageautomatically when the engine is running. Ignition Key R...

Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in theignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove thekey. NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACCposition. SENTRY KEY 姞 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The Sentry Key 威 prevent...

NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys-tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key fromstarting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then bereprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to anauthorized dealer at the time of servi...

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 Alert If something has triggered the...

To unlock the doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within fiveseconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights willflash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminatedentry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Do...

• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from thevehicle when using the transmitter to turn off thePanic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emittedby the system. Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key 威 , “Customer Sentry Key 威 (Fob) Programming.” (See page 17 for more infor...

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it withrubbing alcohol. 3. Reposition the access door panel over the batteryopening and snap into place. General Information This device com...

DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door LOCK plunger on eachdoor trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull thedoor LOCK plunger on each door trim panel upward. If the door LOCK plunger is down when you shut thedoor, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key isnot in...

Power Door Locks A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trimpanel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door LOCK switch while the keyis in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden-tally locking ...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a ChildProtection Door Lock system. To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the valet key (or alike) into the chi...

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside tomake certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all thedoor windows. There are ...

To close the window part way, lift the WINDOW switchto the first detent and release it when you want thewindow to stop. The power WINDOW switches will remain active for upto 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off.Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Thetime for this featur...

LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating thepower door lock switches located on the front doors. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. Toopen the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switchlocated in the exterior h...

NOTE: If a power malfunction occurs, you can use the emergency liftgate latch release to open the liftgate. Theemergency liftgate latch release is located behind asnap-in cover on the liftgate trim panel. WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-ous exhaust gases into your vehicle....

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems. These include the frontand rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, thefront airbags for both the driver and front passenger, theoptional supplemental side curtain airbags for the drive...

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and theycan reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Someof the worst injuries happen when people are thrownfrom the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility ofejection and the risk of injury caused by striking theinside of the vehicle. Ever...

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat.Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latchplate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the beltgo aro...

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

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

WARNING! The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with alock-out feature to ensure that the rear seatback is inthe fully upright and locked position when occupied.If the rear seatback is not fully upright and lockedand the rear center lap/shoulder belt can be pulledout of the retractor, the veh...

As a guide, if you are shorter than average you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than averageyou will prefer a higher position. When you release theanchorage, try to move it up and down to make sure thatit is locked in position. In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat ...

WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to open them. You may damagethe airbags and you could be injured because theairbags are no longer functional. These protectivecovers for the airbag cushions are designed toopen only when the airbags are inflating. • Do not...

NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede theproper performance of the curtain airbags. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with theinstrument panel knee bolsters to provide improvedprotection for the driver and front passenger. S...

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

• Seat Belt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners How the Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require theairbags to inflate. The front air...

vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated toinflate the side curtain airbag. The inflating side cur-tain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headlinerout of the way and covers the window. The airbaginflates in about 30 ms (about one-quarter of the timethat it takes to blink your eyes) with ...

• Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarketseat cover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than thoseapproved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar 威 . • At no time should any supplemental restraint sys-tem (SRS) component or SRS-related component orfastener be modified or replaced with any partexc...

NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. Thisdoes not mean something is wrong with the airbagsystem. If you do have a collision that deploys the airbags, any orall of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes...

Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment,with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communicationnetwork intact, and the power intact, the EnhancedAccident Response System performs the following func-tions: • Cuts off fuel to the engine. • Flashes haza...

NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready toinflate for your protection in an impact. Whilethe airbag system is designed to be mainte-nance free, if any of the following occu...

Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status forelectronically-controlled safety systems, including theairbag system • Airbag disable light status (if equipped) • ⬙ Time ⬙ of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage) • Airbag d...

“LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (LowerAnchors and Tether for CHildren)” in this section. • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passengerairbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbagdeployment could cause severe injury or death toinfan...

5connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail-able for some time. For some older child restraints, manychild restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strapkits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of allthe available attachments provided with your child re-straint in any ...

To attach a child restraint tether strap: 1. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct pathfor the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 2. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to thetether anchor and remove slack in the tether strapaccording to the child restraint manu...

Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possiblyinjured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or ina collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnessesor pet carriers that are secured by seat bel...

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

▫ Things You Should Know About Your UConnect 威 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 䡵 Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . 113 ▫ Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation . . . . 113 ▫ Commands ....

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

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 and a sl...

Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. Thehinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward toresist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, fullforward, full rearward, and normal. Driver’s-Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — IfEquip...

Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This featureis activated whenever you turn on the Electric RearWindow Defroster. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To usethe mirror, rotate the sun viso...

Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through theUConnect 威 system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular serviceplan provides three-way calling, this feature can beaccessed through the UConnect 威 system. Check with your cell...

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

When calling a number with your UConnect 威 system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tonesequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can pressthe “Voice Recognition” button and say the sequence youwish to enter, followed by the word ⬙ Send. ⬙ For example, if required to enter your PIN nu...

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

• 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 ...

If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it listsoptions, press the VR hard-key, listen for the beep, andsay your command. 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 on...

Changing the Volume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. 2. Say a command (e.g., HELP). 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust thevolume to a comfortable level while the voice recognitionsystem is speaking. Please note the volume setting for VRis different then the audio system. ...

• RADIO MENU (to switch to the radio menu) • MAIN MENU (to switch to the main menu) Satellite Radio To switch to satellite radio mode say SAT or SATELLITERADIO. In this mode, you may say the following com-mands: • CHANNEL NUMBER (to change the channel by itsspoken number) • NEXT CHANNEL (to select t...

− 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 Power Seats The power SEAT switch is on the outboard side of theseat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’sseat up or down, forward or rearward, or to tilt the seat.The passenger’s seat will move up or down, forward orrearward. Power SEAT Switch 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

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. Adjustthe seat only while the vehicle is parked. CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power se...

WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under the seat belt andbe seriously or even fatally injured. Use the reclineronly when the vehicle is parked. Lumbar Support This feature allows you to incr...

Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraint sothat the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise it, pullupward on the head restraint. To lower it, depress thebutton on the post guide and push downward on thehead...

Heated Seats Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold daysand can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heatersprovide the same heat level for both cushion and back.The driver seat and front passenger seat are heated. The controls for each heater are located near the bottomcenter of the ins...

LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change.Operation on the low setting also turns off automaticallyafter 30 minutes. NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic...

When the seatback is folded to the upright position, makesure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of theseatback above the seat strap. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked intoposition. If the seatback is not securely locked intoposition, the seat will not provide the ...

Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push thesafety catch to the left. The safety catch is located underthe center front edge of the hood. Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood inthe open position. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood u...

LIGHTS Headlight Switch The HEADLIGHT switch is located on the leftside of the instrument panel. This switch controlsthe operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming,interior lights, and fog lights. Rotate the HEADLIGHT switch clockwise to the ...

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights ON orOFF according to ambient light levels. To turn the systemON, rotate the HEADLIGHT switch counterclockwise tothe AUTO (A) position. When the system is on, theheadlight time delay feature is also on. This means theh...

Headlights On with Wipers (Available with AutoHeadlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn onapproximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ONif the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi-tion. In addition, the headlights will turn off when thewipers are turned O...

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as DaytimeRunning Lights whenever the ignition switch is ON, theheadlights are off, and the parking brake is off. TheHEADLIGHT switch must be used for normal nighttimedriving. Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking l...

Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and thecorresponding turn signal indicator in the instrumentcluster flashes to show proper operation of the front andrear turn signal lights. You can also signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down withoutmoving beyond the deten...

Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. Thiswill cause the headlights to turn on at high beam andremain on until the lever is released. Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors ...

because a door is open. This includes the glove box light.To restore interior light operation, either turn the ignitionswitch ON or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of theHEADLIGHT switch and is located onthe left side of the instrument panel.With the parking lights ...

Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the firstdetent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiperoperation, or to the second detent past the intermittentsettings for high speed wiper operation. CAUTION! Turn the windshield wipers off when drivingthrough an automatic car wash. Damage to...

if the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi-tion. In addition, the headlights will turn off when thewipers are turned OFF if they were turned ON by thisfeature. The Headlights On With Wipers feature can be enabledor disabled. Refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,”under “Personal Settings (Cust...

WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working aroundthe washer solution. TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. It also allows you...

WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Thetelescoping adjustment must be locked while driv-ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving ordriving without the telescoping adjustment lockedcould cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The a...

Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward(toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the transmission is in REVERSE or when the speed control is ON. CAUTION! Do not place any art...

To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button locatedon the end of the speed control lever. Theindicator light in the instrument cluster willilluminate to show that the speed control sys- tem is ON. To turn the system OFF, push and release theON/OFF button again. The system and the indicatorlight w...

To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push thelever downward to SET DECEL and release. Removeyour foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle willoperate at the selected speed. NOTE: • Speed control will only function in 3rd, 4th, or 5th gearwhen in the Autostick ...

Tapping the lever to RESUME ACCEL once will result ina 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever istapped speed increases, so tapping the lever three timeswill increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is set, pushdownward and hold the lever in SET DEC...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights,an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink 威 ), storage for sunglasses, and an optional power SUNROOFswitch. Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/reading lights. Press the lens to tur...

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink 威 replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garagedoor openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home securitysystems. The HomeLink 威 unit operates off your vehicle’s battery. The HomeLink 威 buttons are located ...

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...

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 威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in andactivates, programming is complete. If the ...

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power SUNROOF switch is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console. WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by thepower sunroof while operating the p...

Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroofwill open automatically from any position. The sunroofwill open fully and then stop automatically. This is calledExpress Open. During Express Open operation, anymovement of the SUNROOF switch will stop the sunroof. Closi...

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 three 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle.All of the outlets are protected by fuses. The 12-volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (ifequipped with an optional Smoker’s Package) has poweravailable only when the ignition is ON. This outlet willalso o...

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw powerfrom the vehicle’s battery even when not in use (i.e.,cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in longenough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficientlyto degrade battery life and/or preve...

Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrestbetween the rear seats. The cupholders are positionedforward in the armrest and side-by-side to provideconvenient access to beverage cans or bottles whilemaintaining a resting place for the rear occupants’ el-bows. Rear S...

The top compartment holds small items, such as a penand note pad, while the larger bottom compartment willhold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con-tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder(designed to hold various size coins). A slot in the left andright side of the top com...

The lower load floor is hinged to provide access to thespare tire (if equipped), battery, and rear electrical powerdistribution center. The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carryingversatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pullingnylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters. Wh...

Rollaway Tonneau Cover — If Equipped The removable rollaway tonneau cover mounts in thecargo area behind the top of the rear seats. The tonneau cover, when extended, covers the cargo areato keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels nearthe liftgate opening secure the extended tonneau cover...

Waterproof Liner The optional waterproof liner can be placed over thelower load floor. Cargo Organizer The optional cargo organizer can also be placed into thelower load floor. Lift the handle and pull to open thecargo organizer. Waterproof Liner Cargo Organizer Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

To adjust, remove, or install the crossbars, proceed asfollows: 1. Flip the lever on the end of the crossbar upward. 2. Turn the lever counterclockwise to loosen the lowerclamp. When the lower clamp is loose, turn it until theround side of the clamp completely faces away from theside rail. 3. Repeat...

LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loadingconditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbersraises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takesapproximately 1 mi (1.6 km) of driving for ...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 䡵 Premium Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 185 ▫ Electroni...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Radio 13 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Climate Control 14 — Hood Release 3 — Rear WIPER/WASHER Switch 9 — HEATED SEAT Switch* 15 — HEADLIGHT Switch 4 — HAZARD Switch 10 — Power Outlet * If Equipped 5 — Electronic Stability Program OFF B...

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank whenthe ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer toeither of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”will appear whe...

7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb checkwhen the ignition switch is turned ON. Thislight will also turn on while the engine isrunning if there is a problem with the Elec- tronic Throttle Control system. If the light comes on while the engine is runni...

23. Anti-Lock Brake Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on foras long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving,then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system...

The MIL flashes to alert you to serious conditions that couldlead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converterdamage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possibleif this occurs. (See page 381 for more information.) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle ...

• Navigation system screens (if equipped), • Audio mode display, • Surround Sound modes (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Surround [DSS]), and • Performance Pages (if equipped). The system allows the driver to select information bypressing the following buttons mounted on the steeringwheel. Press ...

Press the AUDIO MODE button to select theCompass/Temp/Audio screen. Along withcompass reading and outside temperature, thisscreen will display radio and media modeinformation depending on which radio is in thevehicle. Refer to “Remote Sound System Con-trols” in this section. Electronic Vehicle Infor...

• Braking Distance (if equipped with PerformancePages) • 1/8 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • 1/4 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Instantaneous G-Force (if equipped with PerformancePages) • Peak G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Digital Speedometer (if equipped wi...

• Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled withthe fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance isdetermined by a weighted average of the instantaneousand average fuel economy, according to the current fueltank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTIONSE...

button once to clear the resettable function being dis-played. To reset all resettable functions, press and releasethe FUNCTION SELECT button a second time withinthree seconds of resetting the currently-displayed func-tion. (>Reset ALL will display during this three-secondwindow.) Performance Pag...

Braking Distance When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s brakingdistance and the speed at which the brake pedal wasdepressed. • This feature will only function when applying thebrakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). • Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature. • The word “READ...

Compass Display The compass readings indicate the directionthe vehicle is facing. Press and release theCOMPASS button to display one of eight com-pass readings and the outside temperature. Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates theneed to set the compass man...

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographicNorth is great enough to cause the compass to give falsereadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be setusing the follo...

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

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thata phone connection has been made. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatthe UConnect 威 phone is currently not avail- able. Navigation — If Equipped Navigation Display Control Press and release the MENU button until Navigationdisplays in the EVIC....

Personal Settings (Customer ProgrammableFeatures) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recallfeatures when the transmission is in PARK. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set-tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the followingchoices. “Language” ...

NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase thebrightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3. “Delay Turning Headlights Off” When this feature is selected, the driver can choose tohave the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 secondswhe...

Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances duringtransmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,and thus remain a part of the AM reception. Theyinterfere very little with the frequency variations thatcarry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplit...

Show Time if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of dayon the touch screen when the multimedia system isturned off. Proceed as follows to change the currentsetting: 1. Turn on the multimedia system. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu wil...

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...

SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select betweenthe following items: NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button toselect an entry and make changes. • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, selecting DVD Enter will al...

Subtitle Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitlelanguage (effective only if the language is supported bythe disc). You can select a language not listed by scrollingdown and selecting ⬙ other. ⬙ Enter the country code using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to sc...

Press and hold the eject button for five seconds and allCDs will be ejected from the radio. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. SEEK Button (CD MODE) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on theCD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginningof the current ...

Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.When reading discs recorded using formats other thanISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to readfiles properly and may be unable to play the...

Press and hold the INFO button again for three secondsto return to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichallows the user to plug in a portable device such as anMP3/WMA player, cassette player, or microphone andutilize ...

3. If the words “Time: GPS Time” are displayed at the topof the screen, touch the bottom of the screen where thewords “GPS Time” are displayed. The user clock timesetting menu will appear on the screen. 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where theword “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward...

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type iconis displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequencystation with the same selected Music Type name. TheMusic Type function only operates when in the FMmode. If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type(Program Type) mode, the Musi...

stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The sta-tions stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressingthe pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a correspondingbutton number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to pushbutton m...

CAUTION! • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanism. • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peelaway and jam the player mechanism. • RES is a single CD player. Do not attempt to inserta second CD if one is already l...

SCAN Button Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning ofthe current CD track/title....

SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) — IF EQUIPPED(RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast tocoast. The subscription service provider is Sirius SatelliteRadio. This service offers over 130 channels of music,sports, ne...

Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ENS/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num-ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radiosystem. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the followingsteps: ESN/SID Access With REQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN...

Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in theform of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along t...

SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channeland press and release that button. If a button i...

SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™ — IF EQUIPPED Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcastingtechnology to provide streaming video coast to coast. Thesubscription service provider is SIRIUS Satellite Radio.SIRIUS Backseat TV™ offers three video channels forfamily entertainment, directly from its sat...

• The LCD Screen swings up from the rear of thearmrest to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view thedisplay. 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 o...

• A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps intoa molded compartment in the center console armrestupper storage bin. • 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 consol...

Kicker 姞 13-speaker High Performance Sound System with Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audioamplifier that provides 5.1-channel surround sound fromany stereo audio source. A new feature of the Kicker 威 audio system offers the ability to ...

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 威 device. TUNE/SCROLL Knob In the List mode, the TUNE/SCROLL knob functions ina similar 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 Button Pressing the LIST button will take to the top lev...

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take thefollowing precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching thesurface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to ...

CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed tomake you comfortable in all types of weather. Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Blower Control The rotary knob on the left controls theblower. The control has an OFF posi-tion and four speed settings. The blower will rem...

Mode Control The rotary knob on the right controlsairflow distribution. Dots betweeneach of the mode selections identifyintermediate modes that allow the op-erator to fine-tune airflow distribu-tion. The mode settings are as follows: • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield through theoutlets at ...

• Recirculation Control The mode control knob also controls therecirculation feature. You can choose Bi-Level Recirculation air outlets, Panel Recir-culation air outlets, or a mix or both while in this mode. Normally, air enters from outside thevehicle. However, when in Recirculation mode airinside ...

Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual overridefeatures, which consist of blower preferred automatic,mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferredautomatic. This means the operator can override theblower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blowerrange for times wh...

Press this button a second time to turn off the airconditioning. An LED in the button illuminates whenmanual compressor operation is selected. NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. • Recirculation Control This button can be used to ...

Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter monthsis not recommended because it may cause windowfogging. Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the airconditioning system at idle for about five minute...

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working aroundthe washer solution. Electric Rear Window Defroster The Electric Rear Window Defroster control islocated on the climate control. Press this but...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 ▫ Normal Starting (Tip Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 ▫ Extremely Cold Weather(Below ⫺ 20°F Or ⫺ 29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust theinside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and ifpresent, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seatbelts. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in a vehicle is dange...

Automatic Transmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARKposition before you can start the engine. Apply the brakesbefore shifting into any driving gear. CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle...

Normal Starting (Tip Start) NOTE: Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing theaccelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the STARTposition and release it as soon as the sta...

If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids intothe throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt tostart the vehicle. This could result in a flash firecausing serious personal injury. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped...

WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK orNEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idlespeed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal,the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or inreverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hitsomeone or something. Only shift ...

Over-Temperature Mode The transmission electronics constantly monitor the trans-mission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds nor-mal operating temperature, the transmission will changethe way it shifts to help control the condition. This mayresult in a slightly different feeling or response ...

To activate the override, first insert the key into theignition switch and turn it to the ACC or ON position.Then, press the pink-colored tab trough the access potwith a small flat blade screwdriver or alike. Whilepressing the override, move the shift lever out of thePARK position. When complete, re...

When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in thePARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parkingbrake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwisethe load on the transmission locking mechanism maymake it difficult to m...

When frequent transmission shifting occurs when usingthe Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicleunder heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travelinginto strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, usethe AutoStick 威 mode and select the “3” range. AutoStick 威 Gear Selection ...

Delayed Shifts in Cold Temperatures During cold temperature operation, you may noticedelayed upshifts depending on engine and transmissiontemperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im-proves warm up time of the engine and transmission toachieve maximum efficiency. Temporary Transmission Limp...

Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealeras soon as possible. If the problem has been momentary, the transmission canbe reset to regain all forward gears. Permanent Transmission Limp Home Mode Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if thetransmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode...

• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable whenAutostick 威 is engaged. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-pery surfaces may cause the rear wheels to pull errati-cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs whenthere is a differ...

PARKING BRAKE The parking brake should always be applied when thedriver is not in the vehicle. WARNING! Never use PARK position on an automatic transmis-sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Alwaysapply the parking brake fully when parked to guardagainst vehicle movement and possible injury or...

The brake light in the instrument cluster will turn onwhen the parking brake is applied and the ignitionswitch is ON. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended...

All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size andtype and tires must be properly inflated to produceaccurate signals for the computer. Anti-Lock Brake Light The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-tem. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may s...

Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steeringpump may make noise for a short amount of time. This isdue to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. Thisnoise should be considered normal, and it does not in anyway damage the steering system. WARNING! Continued operation with reduced ...

NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting-off in deep snow,sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the“Partial Off” mode by momentarily depressing the “ESPOFF” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off”mode is overcome, turn the ESP ON ...

NOTE: When the ESP is switched off a feature of the system remains active. This feature controls wheel spinacross an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other,the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheeland allow more engin...

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 ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = 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 correspondi...

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, including thedate code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of bl...

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:1) number of people that can be c...

Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if youadhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the Tire and LoadingInformation pl...

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....

Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speedswithin posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at highspeeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is veryimportant. Increased tire pressure and redu...

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the treadgrooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depthbecomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to thetread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at thispoint. Life of Tire The serv...

Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of manycharacteristics. They should be inspected regularly forwear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu-facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-lent to the originals in size, quality and performancewhen re...

CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different sizemay result in false speedometer and odometerreadings. Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in: • Fast tire wear. • Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sidedwear. • Vehicle pull to right or left. Tires may ...

CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the followingprecautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and othersuspension components, it is important that only chains ingood condition are used. Broken chains can cause seriousdamage. Stop the vehicle immediately i...

Tire Rotation — All Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equippedwith all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown inthe following diagram. 326 STARTING AND OPERATING

vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutesabove 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS toreceive this information. − For example, your vehicle may have a recom- mended cold (parked for more than three hours)placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambienttemperature is 68°F (20°C) and th...

NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failureor 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 c...

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 and the TPM TelltaleLight will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is belowthe low-pressure warning limit in any of the four activeroad tires. The v...

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light willilluminate in the instrument cluster and a chimewill sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the EVICwill display one or more low pressure messages (LeftF...

Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possibleand inflate the tires with low pressure (those flashing inthe EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended coldplacard pressure value. Once the system receives theupdated tire pressures, the system will automaticallyupdate, the graphic display in t...

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...

• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition mal-functions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat.If you notice a pungent burning odor or some lightsmoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunc-tioning and may require immediate service. Contactyour authorized dealer for service assi...

• 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/liftgate closed when driving yourvehicle to prevent carb...

CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities intothe fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc-tion Indicator Light to turn on. • To avoid fu...

WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine isrunning. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into aportable container that is inside of a vehicle. Youcould be burned. Always p...

VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown onthe “Vehicle Certification Label.” This informationshould be used for passenger and luggage loading asindicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Certifi...

A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note thatneither the GVWR nor the GAWR capacities have beenexceeded. EXAMPLE ONLY FrontAxle Rear Axle Empty Weight 2054 lbs(932 kg) 1805 lbs(819 kg) Load (including driver, pas-sengers, and cargo) 271 lbs (123 kg) 579 lbs (263 kg) Total 2325 lbs (1055 k...

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

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings) The following chart provides the maximum trailerweight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. 6.1L Automatic 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) Up to 2 persons & luggage 3,8...

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

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additionalfactory-installed options or dealer-installed options mustbe considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information” placard forthe maximum combined we...

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...

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

Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,and backing up the trailer in an area located away fromheavy traffic. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How-ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the“3” range should ...

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

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels OnThe Ground) Recreational towing for this vehicle is not recommended. NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground. GROUND CLEARANCE CAUTION!...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 䡵 TIREFIT Tire Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 䡵 ...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The HAZARD switch is located in the switch banknear the top center of the instrument panel. De-press the switch to activate the flashers. When activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and offto warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Push theswitch a second time to...

CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F(116°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle. Idlethe vehicle with the air conditioner turned off untilthe pointer drops back into the normal range 200–230°F (93–110°C). If the pointer remai...

WARNING! • Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle closeto traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger ofbeing hit when operating the jack or repairing a tire. • Cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in. (4 mm),tire damage caused by driving with extremely ...

7. Leave the parking brake set and the shift lever inPARK and start the engine. 8. Press the switch (3) on the air pump to I (ON). The airpump should start to inflate the tire and the tire sealant(white fluid) will flow from the sealant bottle (5) throughthe TIREFIT sealant hose (6) and into the tir...

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised.It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be hurt by thefan. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehiclesequipped with an automatic transmission canno...

3. Set the parking brake, place the automatic transmis-sion in PARK, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCKposition on both vehicles. 4. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-cal loads. 5. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the remotejump-start positive battery post (+) in th...

WARNING! • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushingor towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of thedischarged battery. The resulting electrical sparkcould cause the battery to explode. • During cold weather when temperatures are be-low the freezing point, electrolyte in a...

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 RE-VERSE and DRIVE. Usually, the least accelerator pedalpressure t...

CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result. • If the transmission is not operative or if thevehicle is to be towed more than 30 mi (48 km),then the only approved method of towing is witha flat-bed truck. Damage ...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 6.1L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 381 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 䡵 Emissions Inspection And MaintenancePrograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 6 — Power Steering Fluid 2 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 — Coolant Bottle 10 — Washer F...

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 If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuelfiller cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a“Check Gascap” message will display in the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If thisoccurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press t...

3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to startthis test over. 4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, youwill see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulbcheck. 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds...

These items should be inspected if a malfunction isobserved or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil mustbe maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil ...

Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months,whichever occurs first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under alltypes of operating conditions, the ma...

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommendedengine oil viscosity for your engine. For information onengine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-partment” illustration in this section. Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-dition of any...

Inspect belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, glazing, orfrayed cords and replace if there is indication of damagethat could result in belt failure. Also, check belt routing tomake sure there is no interference between the belts andother engine components. See your authorized dealer forservice. Spark ...

Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed atwhich a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting.Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in thefuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary. See yourauthorized dealer for service. Catalytic Converter The catalytic co...

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...

NOTE: The battery is stored under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area. Remote batteryterminals are located in the engine compartment forjump-starting. WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burnor even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contactyour e...

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...

Steering Linkage The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected forexternal leakage or damage when other maintenance isperformed. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,door hinges, liftgate hinges, and hood hinges, should belubricated periodically to assure quiet, ...

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 ...

CAUTION! • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOATengine coolants, may result in engine damage andmay decrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOATcoolant is introduced into the cooling system in anemergency, it should be replaced with the speci-fied coolant as soon as possible. • Do not use pla...

• 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 Coolant Used 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 coolant in o...

• 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...

Brake and Power Steering Hoses When 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, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swellingindicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular a...

Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediatelyif the brake system warning light indicates system fail-ure. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-forming underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removingth...

• Use Mopar 威 Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never toscratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffingthat may diminish the gloss or thin out the paintfinish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials suchas ste...

WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.Many are potentially flammable, and if used inclosed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter andless susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not...

1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mildsoap solution may be used, but do not use high alcoholcontent or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe cleanwith a clean damp rag. 2. Dry with a soft tissue. Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemicalsolvents...

FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) A power distribution center is located in the enginecompartment. This center contains fuses and relays. CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution centercover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positione...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 20 — — — 21 — — — 22 — — — Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center) There is also a power distribution center located under ahinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area.This center contains fuses and relays. Opening The Access Panel MAINTAINING Y...

CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution centercover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do somay allow water to get into the power distributioncenter and possibly result in an electrical systemfailure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 1 60 AmpYellow — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) 2 40 AmpGreen — Integrated Power Mod-ule (IPM) 3 — — — 4 40 AmpGreen — Integrated Power Mod-ule (IPM) 5 30 AmpPink — Heated Seats - ifequipped 6 — 20 AmpYellow Fuel Pump 7 — 20 AmpYellow Sub Amp - if equipped Cavity...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 34 — — — 35 — 5 AmpOrange Antenna Module - ifequipped/Power Mir-rors 36 — 20 AmpYellow Hands-Free Phone - ifequipped/Video Moni-tor - if equipped/Radio 37 — 15 AmpBlue Transmission 38 — 10 AmpRed Cargo Light/SatelliteReceiver (SDARS) Video- if equipped/Veh...

Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, andPark/Turn Light — Models with High IntensityDischarge Headlights (HID) High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain in the circuit even with theheadlight switch off and the key re...

Tail/Stop, Turn Signal Light, and Backup Light 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove tail light access cover. 3. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector. 5. Remove one wing nut from the back of the tail lightassembly. 6. Remove two push pin fasteners u...

License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly andinstall the replacement bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 5. Reattach the light to the rear fascia, and then install the...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate)6.1 Liter Engine 19 gal 72 l Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40) 7 qts 6.6 liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent 15.2 qts 14.4 l * Includes heater and coolan...

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent Engine Oil (6.1L) For best performance and maximum protection under all types o...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . 434 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434 ▫ Severe Duty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 437 8 M A I N TE N A N C...

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services, listed in bold type , must be done at the times or mileages specified toensure the continued proper functioning of the emissioncontrol system. These, and all other maintenance servicesincluded in this manual, should be done to ...

Severe Duty If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty condi-tions listed below change your engine oil and filter every3,000 mi (5 000 km) or three months as indicated in theMaintenance Schedule. • Stop and go driving. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 mi (16 km). •...

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 if usingyour vehicle under any of these severe duty condi-tions: Short trips, ...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped). 12,000 20 000 12 Inspect the rear axle fluid. 18,000 30 000 18 Inspect the CV joints. Perform the firs...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service ForYour Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 ▫ Be Reasonable With Req...

special tools, and the latest information to ensure yourvehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your authorizeddealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re-solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to t...

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

WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certainvehicle components contain, or emit, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-ucts of component wear contain, ...

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153),or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis-trator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C.20590. You can also obtain other information about motorvehicle safety from h...

Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to dissipate heat, when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause thematerial o...

About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295,297ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 297,301Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 399Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341Adding Rear Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63,65,69,70...

Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . 398,429,430 Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74,396Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Filler Location Fuel . . . ...

Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174,175Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295Parking On Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295Passing Light . . . ...

Sentry Key Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445Service Engine Soon Light(Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184Servic...

High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312,313 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . ...

Warning Lights (Instrument ClusterDescription) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446Washer, Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135,270,396Wa...

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