Dodge 2009 - Manual

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

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce-dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If youdo not read this entire manual, you may miss importantinformati...

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 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ Key-In-Ignit...

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 an integral ignition switch.You can insert the double-sided integrated key into theignition switch with either side up.Keyless Go FeatureThis ve...

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...

SENTRY KEY 姞 The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System prevents unautho- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or activated. Operationis automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is lockedor unlocked. The system uses the factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry(...

Replacement Keys NOTE: Only RKE transmitters that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operatethe vehicle. Once a transmitter is programmed to avehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. CAUTION! Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock alldoors when...

2. Insert the second valid integrated key and turn theignition switch to the ON position within 15 seconds.After 10 seconds, a chime will sound and the VehicleSecurity Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switchto the LOCK position and remove the second key. 3. Insert a blank integrated key ...

NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button onthe RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the VehicleSecurity Alarm. • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed duringtrunk entry. Pressing the TRUNK button will notdisarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone entersthe vehicle through th...

The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or theywill immediately fade to off once the ignition switch isturned ON from the LOCK position. NOTE: • None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmercontrol is in the “defeat” position (extreme downwardposition), unless the overhead map/re...

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 both doors. The turn signal lights willflash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminatedentry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver D...

Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock,” under “Per-sonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” un-der “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” inSection 4. To Lock The Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter tolock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash and theho...

Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key 威 “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,contact your authorized dealer for details. Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — speci...

3. Reposition the access door panel over the batteryopening and snap into place. 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...

• Doors closed • Hood closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level, and • RKE PANIC button not pressed. To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START buttonon the RKE t...

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE STARTbutton for two seconds after receiving a valid RemoteStart request. To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the VehicleBefore the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and releasethe UNLOCK button on the R...

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

If you press the power door lock switch while the key isin the ignition, and either door is open, the power lockswill not operate. This prevents you from accidentallylocking the key in the vehicle. Removing the key orclosing the door will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, the key is in ...

5. A single chime will indicate the completion of theprogramming. NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and youwill need to repeat the procedure. 6. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature toits previous setting. NOTE: Use the A...

Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with thewindows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certainopen or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-rence and can b...

With the ignition switch in the ON position, the TrunkOpen symbol will display in the instrument clusterindicating that the trunk is open. The odometer displaywill reappear once the trunk is closed. With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or the keyremoved from the ignition switch, the Trunk O...

Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergencyrelease handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkenedtrunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety f...

WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to be seri-ously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of yourvehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. • Be su...

WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t beat the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across yourabdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos-sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt cannot do its job as well. In a collision, ...

The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. Thisallows the airbag to have different rates of inflation thatare based on collision severity. 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 ...

WARNING! • Do not stack luggage or other cargo up highenough to block the location of the side curtainairbag. The area where the side curtain airbag islocated should remain free from any obstructions. • Do not have any accessory items installed whichwill alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to...

• Interconnecting Wiring • 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) determinesif a frontal collision is severe enough to require theairbags t...

inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge ofthe headliner out of the way and covers the window.The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds (aboutone-quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes)with enough force to injure you if you are not beltedand seated properly, or if items...

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

• Cruise control status • Traction/stability control status • Tire Pressure Monitoring System status (if equipped) Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all thetime, including babies and children. Every state in theUnited States and all Canadian provinces require thatsmall ...

Infants and Child Restraints • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at leastone year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two typesof child restraints can be used rearward-facing, infantcarriers and convertible child seats. • The infant carrier i...

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

the child restraint using lower anchorages and uppertether straps from the child restraint to the vehiclestructure. LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are now avail-able. However, because the lower anchorages are to beintroduced over a period of years, child restraint systemshaving attachments...

restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.Pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulderbelt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate willkeep the belt tight; however, any seat belt system willloosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pullit tight if neces...

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct pathfor the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint tothe anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strapaccording to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions. NOTE: Ensure th...

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain(engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). Afterthe initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruisi...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 ▫ Outside Mirrors ...

MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on oroff by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A lightnext to the button will illuminate to indicate when thedimming feature is ac...

Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slightoverlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror. NOTE: The passenger-side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of thelane next to...

After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the samedirection you want the mirror to move. Use the center offposition to guard against accidentally moving a mirrorposition. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. Thisfeature is activated whenever you turn on the re...

Slide On Rod and Extender Features of Sun Visor To use the slide on rod feature of the sun visor, rotate thesun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it isparallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor withyour left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in thedesired position. To use t...

Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect 威 phone and to navigate through the uconnect 威 phone menu structure. Voice commands are required after mostuconnect 威 phone prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the availableoptions. • Prior to givin...

Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙ Cancel ⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in afew instances the system will take you back to theprevious menu. Pair (Link) uconnect 威 phone to a Cellular Phone To begin using your uconnect 威 phone, you must pair your compa...

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

refer to ⬙ Toggling Between Calls ⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer to ⬙ Conference Call ⬙ in this section.Place/Retrieve a Call From HoldTo put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until youhear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold.To bring the call back from hold, ...

• The uconnect 威 phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for thecell phone directly. WARNING! Your phone must be turned on and paired to theuconnect 威 phone to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations, when the cell phone hasnetwork cove...

If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth 威 connection between a uconnect 威 phone paired cellular phone and the uconnect 威 phone, follow the instructions described in your cellular phone User’s Manual. List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the “Re...

• It is not recommended to store similar soundingnames in the uconnect 威 phonebook. • Phonebook (Downloaded and uconnect 威 phone Local) name recognition rate is optimized when the entriesare not similar. • You can say ⬙ O ⬙ (letter ⬙ O ⬙ ) for ⬙ 0 ⬙ (zero). ⬙ 800 ⬙ must be spoken ⬙ eight-zero-zero. ...

NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR button first and wait for the beep before speaking the“Barge In” commands. Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect 威 phone Voice Training feature may be used. 1. Press the...

Power Seats The power seat switches are on the outboard side of thefront seat cushions. The power seat switch can be movedforward and backward as well as up and down to controlthe position of the seat. The power seatback switch is used to adjust the angle of the seatback. Push forward orrearward on ...

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...

Lumbar Support This feature allows you to increase or decrease theamount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for-ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desiredamount of lumbar support. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the ...

Heated Seats The driver seat and front passenger seat are heated. Theheaters provide the same heat level for both cushion andseatback. The controls for each heater are located near the bottomcenter of the instrument panel. After turning on theignition, you can choose from High, Low, or Off heatsetti...

If high level heating is selected, the system will automati-cally switch to the low level after 30 minutes of continu-ous operation. At that time, the number of indicatorsilluminated changes from two to one, indicating thechange. Operation on the low setting also turns offautomatically after 30 minu...

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 ...

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left sideof the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safetycatch to the left. The safety catch is located under thecenter front edge of the hood....

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detentfor parking light and instrument panel light operation.Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking lightand instrument panel light operation. Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or offac...

position. In addition, the headlights will turn off whenthe wipers are turned off if they were turned on by thisfeature. The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled ordisabled. Refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,” under“Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”under “Electronic V...

Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignitionis turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driverwhen the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the head-light switch. To activate the front fog lights, turnon the...

Turn SignalsMove 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 changeby moving the multifunction lever partially up or downwithout moving beyo...

Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn offautomatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch ismoved to the LOCK position. This will occur if theinterior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is ope...

Dome Light PositionRotate the dimmer control completely upward to thesecond detent to turn on the interior lights. The interiorlights will remain on when the dimmer control is in thisposition. Interior Light Defeat (OFF)Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom offposition. The interior lights...

If you activate the washer while the windshield wipercontrol is in the delay range, the wipers will operate fortwo wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction leverand then resume the intermittent interval previouslyselected. If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper isturned off, the ...

To unlock the steering column, pull the control handleoutward. To tilt the steering column, move the steeringwheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen orshorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steeringcolumn in position, push the ...

To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button locatedon the end of the Electronic Speed Controllever. The indicator light in the instrumentcluster will illuminate to show that the speed control system is on. To turn the system off, push andrelease the ON/OFF button again. The system and theindicato...

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: • Electronic Speed Control will only function in 3rd, 4th,or 5th gear when in the...

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 Electronic Speed Control is set,push down and hold the lever in ...

These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or whenthe UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control isturned fully upward, past the second detent. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console, a compartment is provided forthe storage of a pa...

WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver.Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are inthe path of the door or gate. Only use this trans-ceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stopand reverse” feature as required by feder...

Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds oftransmission – which may not be long enough forHomeLink 威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are...

General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and IndustryCanada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause und...

the switch in the forward position, the sunroof will closefully and then stop automatically. Release the switch oncethe sunroof stops moving. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroofwill close automatically from any position. The sunroofwill close fully and sto...

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 theears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with thewindows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certainopen or part...

The center console outlet is powered directly from thebattery (power available at all times). Items plugged intothis outlet may discharge the battery and/or preventengine starting. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adapter. • Do not insert any objects into the rec...

CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console. Illuminated Front Cupholders — If EquippedThe front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs. Theyare turned on with the headlights or parking lights. Referto “Interior Lights” under “Lights” in Section 3. Rear Cupholder...

Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment locatedunderneath the armrest, and also contains a 12-Voltpower outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to holdvarious size coins). The center console may also beequipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).UCI supports Mini, 4G, P...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Premium . . . . . . . . . . . 157 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . 158 䡵 Electronic Vehicl...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 - Air Outlets 5 - Heated Seat Switch 9 - Ignition Switch 2 - Instrument Cluster 6 - ESP OFF Switch 10 - Trunk Release Switch 3 - Glove Compartment 7 - Hazard Warning Switch 11 - Headlight Switch 4 - Radio 8 - Climate Control UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 4

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

11. Engine Temperature Warning Light This light will turn on and a single chime willsound to warn of an overheated engine condition.When this light turns on, the engine temperature is critically hot. If the light turns on while driving, safelypull over and stop the vehicle. The vehicle should beturn...

19. Odometer/Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) DisplayThe odometer shows the total distance the vehicle hasbeen driven. The trip odometer shows individual tripmileage. Refer to “Trip Odometer Button” for additionalinformation. NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require upon transfer of vehicle...

26. Door Ajar IndicatorThis light will turn on to indicate that one or more doormay be ajar. 27. Decklid Ajar IndicatorThis light will turn on to indicate that the decklid may beajar. 28. Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorThis light will turn on to indicate the windshield washerfluid is low. ELEC...

• Channel # Trained • Clearing Channels • Channels Cleared • Did Not Train • Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime) • Left Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime) • Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime) • Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime) • Check TPM System (with a single...

indicator system is duty cycle based, which means theengine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependentupon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display eachtime you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition. To turn off the message temporarily, press andrel...

To Reset The DisplayReset will only occur while a resettable function is beingdisplayed. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECTbutton once to clear the resettable function being dis-played. To reset all resettable functions, press and releasethe FUNCTION SELECT button a second time withinthree second...

NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority. Butwhen the ignition switch position is changed, the displayalways re-appears. Compass Display COMPASS Button The compass readings indicate the directionthe vehicle is facing. Press and release theCO...

5. Complete one or more 360 degree turns (in an area freefrom large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”message turns off. The compass will now functionnormally. Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the diff...

Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set-tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the followingchoices. LanguageWhen in this display you may select one of three lan-guages for all display nomenclature, including the tripfunctions and the uconnect 威 gps (if equi...

the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKEtransmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection,press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“Driver Door 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears. Sound Horn with Remote Key LockWhen ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur whenthe R...

SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIOAND 6–DISC CD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUXJACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the 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 C...

to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radiowill remain tuned to the new station until you makeanother selection. Holding either button will bypassstations without stopping until you release it. SCAN ButtonPressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next listenable station i...

RW/FF (CD MODE)Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW oranother CD button is pressed. The RW (Rewind) buttonworks in a similar manner. AM or FM Button (CD MODE)Switches the radio to the radio mode. Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The r...

ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album titleare supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is notsupported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are notsupported. Playback of MP3/WMA FilesWhen a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded,the radio checks al...

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press the TIME button to change the display fromelapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day willdisplay for five seconds. RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode)No function. SET Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function. Operating Instructions — Voice RecognitionSystem (VR) (If Equipped...

DTS™ ⬙ DTS™ ⬙ and ⬙ DTS™ 2.0 ⬙ are trademarks of Digital The- ater Systems, Inc. AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO (RER/REN) – IFEQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. The REN and RER radios contain a CD/DVD player, USBport, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (HDD). Sir...

To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen. 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where theword “Hour” with the arrow pointing ...

Show Time if Radio is OffWhen selected, this feature will display the time of dayon the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceedas follows to change the current setting: 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen. ...

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 the 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 (Ro...

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The display willshow the track number, and index time in minutes andseconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. CAUTION! • This CD player will accept...

TIME ButtonPress this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FFPress and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CDplayer will begin to fast forward until FF is released, orRW or another CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse)button w...

rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 filesuse a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 orVBR bit rate. MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio La...

Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichallows the user to plug in a portable device, such as anMP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’saudio system to amplify the source and play through thevehicle speakers. Pressing the DISC/AU...

Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on theradio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a secondtime to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control...

station 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 Music Type mode will beexited and the radio will tune to the preset station. SETUP ButtonPressing the SETUP button ...

RW/FFPress and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released or RW oranother CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) buttonworks in a similar manner. AM/FM ButtonPress the button to select either AM or FM mode. SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)Press this bu...

Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod 威 automatically starts Play mode. In Play mode, you may use thefollowing buttons on the radio faceplate to control theiPod 威 and display data: • Use the TUNE control knob to select the next orprevious track. • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click,...

CAUTION! • Leaving the iPod 威 (or any supported device) any- where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold canalter the operation, or damage the device. Followthe device manufacturer ’s guidelines. • Placing items on the iPod 威 , or connections to the iPod 威 in the vehicle, can cause damage to the de...

number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site atwww.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana-dian residents. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available whencalling: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumb...

• Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. Thisnumber is used to activate, deactivate, or change theSirius subscription. SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton MemoryWhen you are receiving a channel that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the S...

KICKER 姞 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 from any stereo audio source. A new feature of the Kicker 威 audio system offers the ability to choose sur...

When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto-matically. Fader control is available to add more sur-round audio if desired. REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on thesurface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clockpositions. Vehicles equipped wit...

If the Compass/Temp/Audio screen is already displayedwhen the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then themode will change (i.e., from AM to FM, to Media mode,etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle). FUNCTION SELECT Button When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/Audio screen, press the FUNCTION SEL...

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 copyright encoding. Try a knowngood disc before considering disc player service. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES...

Blower Control Use this control to regulate theamount of air forced through the ven-tilation system in any mode. Theblower speed increases as you movethe control to the right from the “O”(Off) position. There are four blowerspeeds. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls ...

Mode Control Use this control to choose from severalpatterns of air distribution. You canselect either a primary mode as iden-tified by the symbols on the control, ora blend of two of these modes. • Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrumentpanel and the center console. These outlet...

• The A/C will engage automatically to prevent foggingwhen the recirculation button is pressed. • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-ing the mode control selection. Air Conditioning Control Use this button to engage the Air Conditioning. Alight will illuminate when the Air Conditioni...

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 4

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 ▫ Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 ▫ Keyless Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . ...

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...

Keyless Go This feature allows the driver to oper-ate the ignition switch with the pushof a button, as long as the ENGINESTART/STOP button is installed andthe Remote Keyless Entry transmitteris in the passenger compartment. Installing and Removing the ENGINESTART/STOP Button Installing the Button 1....

START. To change the ignition switch positions withoutstarting the vehicle and use the accessories follow thesesteps. • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once tochange the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVICdisplays “IGNITION MODE ACCES...

WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could causeelectrocution. MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED Six-Speed Manual Transmission WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended without having the parkingbrake full...

ShiftingFully depress the clutch pedal before shifting gears. Asyou release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelera-tor pedal. The six-speed manual transmission has a spring thatcenters the shift lever near third and fourth gear. This spring helps you know which gear you are in when youare sh...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Damage to the automatic transmission may occur ifthe following precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after thevehicle has come to a complete stop and the eng...

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 through the access portwith a small flat-bladed screwdriver or alike. While pressing the override tab, move the shift lever out of thePARK position. When comp...

4-Speed Automatic Transmission (3.5L Engine) NOTE: Under extreme cold temperatures (-6°F (-21°C) and when in DRIVE, transmission operation may bebriefly limited to only 2nd gear operation. Normal op-eration will resume once the transmission temperaturehas risen to a suitable level. Shifting from DRI...

“3” (Third)This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive. The transmis-sion will operate normally in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd while inthis range. The “3” position should also be used whendescending steep grades to prevent brake system dis-tress. NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle under hea...

• Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icyconditions. • Avoid using speed control when Autostick 威 is en- gaged. • The transmission will automatically shift up whenmaximum engine speed is reached while Autostick 威 is engaged. • Transmission shifting will be more sharper whenAutostick 威...

2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first becomevisible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle andthe vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a suddenstop. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Dr...

WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph(8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop-ping distances. Therefore, after driving through...

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 it...

PARKING BRAKE The parking brake should always be applied when thedriver is not in the vehicle.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 degr...

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below thelower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply theparking brake, push the parking brake pedal down andthen remove your foot from the pedal. To release theparking brake, push down on the parking brake ped...

WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could beseriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key inthe ignition. A child could operate power win-dows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • B...

When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), youmay also hear a slight clicking sound as well as somerelated motor noises. These noises are the system per-forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS systemis working properly. This self check occurs each time thevehicle is started and acc...

WARNING! (Continued) • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminishtheir effectiveness and may lead to an accident.Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Justpress firmly on your brake pedal when you needto slow down or stop. • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot preventthe natural laws of...

the conventional brake system will continue to operatenormally if the Brake Warning Light is not on. If the ABS Light is on, the brake system should beserviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits ofAnti-Lock brakes. If the ABS Light does not come onwhen the ignition switch is turned to the O...

WARNING! The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physicsfrom acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase thetraction afforded by prevailing road conditions. TheABS cannot prevent accidents, including those re-sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving onvery slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning....

• Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e.,vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back-ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). WARNING! There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer,when the system will not activate and ...

8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then anadditional half-turn to the right. 9. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and thenback to the ON position. If the sequence was completedproperly, the ESP/TCS Indicator Light will blink severaltimes to confirm HSA is disabled. 10. Repeat...

accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sureto adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing roadconditions. WARNING! The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physicsfrom acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase thetraction afforded by prevailing road conditions. TheESP cannot ...

To turn the ESP ON again, momentarily depress the ESPOFF switch and the ESP/TCS Indicator Light will turnoff. 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 momentari...

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

CAUTION! Do not use two different size tires on the rear wheels,as this can result in rear axle damage. Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 = Ligh...

TIRE SIZING TERMS R = Construction code — ⬙ R ⬙ means radial construction — ⬙ D ⬙ means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the ...

TIRE SIZING TERMS Light Load = Light load tire C, D, E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load — Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure — Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible co...

TIRE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufact...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information aboutthe:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) total weight...

axles must not be exceeded. For further information onGAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to“Vehicle Loading” in this section. To determine the maximum loading conditions of yourvehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXXlb...

WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting inloss of vehicle control. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle t...

vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, theoriginal tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein-stalled at the first opportunity. WARNING! Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only.With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph(80 km/h). Temporary use spare tires have li...

WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some-one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu-ously when you are stuck, and do not ...

Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at thispoint. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of ...

WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-pension dimensions and performance characteris-tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, andbraking of your vehicle. This can cause unp...

The 245/45 R20 size tires do not provide adequateclearance for tire chains. NOTE: Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire. CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe thefollowing precautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tiresand other suspension components,...

• Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure inthe tire. Base System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wirelesstechnology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors tomonitor tire pressure levels. Sensors mounted to eachwheel a...

Premium System — If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wirelesstechnology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors tomonitor tire pressure levels. Sensors mounted to eachwheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressurereadings to the receiver module. NOTE: It is particularl...

United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.5L and 5.7L Engines (with AutomaticTransmission) The 3.5L and 5.7L engines (with automatictransmission) are designed to meet allemissions regulat...

• operate in a lean mode • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on • poor engine performance • poor cold start and cold drivability • increased risk for fuel system component corrosion To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once withE-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your ...

Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required tocontain effective detergent additives. Use of additionaldetergents or other additives is not needed under normalconditions and they would result in additional cost.Therefore, you should not have to add anything to thefuel. ...

NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door. Fuel Filler Cap Fuel Filler Cap (If Equipped) STARTING AND OPERATING 321 5

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 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 this occurs, tightenthe fuel filler cap properly and press the TRI...

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

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

WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitchsystem may reduce handling, stability, brakingperformance, and could result in an accident. • Weight distributing systems may not be compat-ible with surge brake couplers. Consult with yourhitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable rec-re...

Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. 3.5L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds Trailer and Tongue Weight ...

Consider the following items when computing theweight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • 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 t...

CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes, and theyshould be of adequate capacity. Failure to do thiscould lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higherbrake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. WARNING! Do not connect trailer brakes to ...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 䡵 TIREFIT Tire Repair — If Equipped . . . . . . . 339 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stow...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in theswitch bank near the bottom center of the instrumentpanel. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warningflashers. When the Hazard Warning flasher switchis activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn ...

the fan control to high. This allows the heater core to actas a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heatfrom the engine cooling system. 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 vehi...

The TIREFIT system is located under an access panel inthe trunk. 1. Air pump hose 2. Power plug and cable 3. AIR PUMP switch 4. Pressure gauge TIREFIT Location TIREFIT Kit 340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

5. TIREFIT sealant bottle 6. TIREFIT sealant hose WARNING! • Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of thevehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough off the roadto avoid the danger of being hit when operatingthe jack or repairing a tire. • Cuts or punctures larger than approximately0.16 in (4 mm...

Sealing Tire with TIREFIT 1. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis-sion) or in gear (manual transmission), turn OFF theengine and set the parking brake. 3. Remove the TIREFIT kit from the trunk. 4. Pull the power plug 2 and the TIREFIT sealant hos...

NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to access the jack. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 346 WHA...

WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire inthe places provided. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from theedge of the roadway as possib...

NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking and Changing a Tire WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings tohelp prevent personal injury or damage to yourvehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far fromthe edge of the roadway as...

WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack andhurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enoughto remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped), andtire. Remove the cover by hand. Do not pry it off. 7. Mount t...

WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire inthe places provided. Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary emergency usewith radial tires. It is engineered to be...

1. Mount the road tire on the axle. For vehicles equippedwith wheel covers, perform Steps 2 and 3. For vehiclesequipped with center caps, proceed to Step 4. 2. Install two lug nuts on the mounting studs, which areon each side of the stud that is in alignment with thevalve stem. Install the lug nuts ...

WARNING! (Continued) • During cold weather when temperatures are be-low the freezing point, electrolyte in a dischargedbattery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-startingbecause the battery could rupture or explode. Thebattery temperature must be brought above thefreezing point before attempting jump-s...

WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some-one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck, and don’t letanyone near a spinning wheel, no matt...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 3.5L . . . . . . . . . . . . 363 䡵 Engine Compartment — 5.7L . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . 365 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 䡵 Emissions Inspection And MaintenanceProgr...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Coolant Pressure Cap 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 10 — Remote Jump-Start P...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 10 — Wa...

Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If theproblem continues, the message will appear the next timethe vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler capmay also turn on the MIL. EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal re...

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

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

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,whichever occurs first. Engine Oil SelectionFor best performance and maximum protection under alltypes of operating conditions, the manufacturer onlyrecommends engine oils that are API Certified and...

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommendedengine oil viscosity for your engine. For information onengine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-ment” in this section. Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade numbers...

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 forproper maintenance intervals. WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) canprovide a measure of protection in the case of enginebackfire. Do not remove the air induction system (aircleaner, hoses, etc.) ...

WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluidto contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not leanover a battery when attaching clamps. If acidsplashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-diately with large amounts of water. • Batt...

WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose thatshould not be disconnected and should only bereplaced with a battery of the same type (vented). CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the ne...

WARNING! (Continued) • The air conditioning system contains refrigerantunder high pressure. To avoid risk of personalinjury or damage to the system, adding refrigerantor any repair requiring lines to be disconnectedshould be done by an experienced technician. Refrigerant Recovery and RecyclingR-134a...

WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working aroundthe washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry intothe vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exha...

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is inmotion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing thevehicle (automatic transmission only). • Do not idle the engine with any spark ...

of this. As long as the engine operating temperature issatisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked oncea month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed tomaintain the proper level, it should be added to thecoolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points to Remember NOTE: When the veh...

• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle isequipped with air conditioning, keep the front of thecondenser clean. • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winteroperation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs mayresult in unsatisf...

parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, andunderbody protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enableyou ...

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

Cleaning HeadlightsYour vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter andless susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and thereforedifferent lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and...

Seat Belt MaintenanceDo not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemicalsolvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR 威 Total Clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not removethe belts from the veh...

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

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 8 — 25 AmpNeutral Starter 9 — — — 10 30 AmpPink — Windshield Wiper 11 30 AmpPink — Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) Valves 12 40 AmpGreen — Radiator Fan Lo/High 13 50 AmpRed — Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) Pump Motor 14 — — — Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Descr...

Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in thetrunk under the spare tire access panel. This centercontains fuses and relays. Access Panel Rear Power Distribution Center MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 7

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 8 — 15 AmpBlue Diagnostic Link Connec-tor (DLC)/Wireless Con-trol Module (WCM)/Wireless Ignition Node(WIN) 9 — 20 AmpYellow Power Outlet 10 — — — 11 * — — — 12 * — — — 13 * — — — 14 — 10 AmpRed AC Heater Control/Cluster/Security Mod-ule - if equipped 15 — ...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 28 — 10 AmpRed Ignition Run 29 — 5 AmpOrange Cluster/Electronic Sta-bility Program (ESP)/Powertrain ControlModule (PCM)/STOPLIGHT Switch 30 — 10 AmpRed Door Modules/PowerMirrors/Steering Con-trol Module (SCM) 31 — — — 32 — — — 33 — — — 34 — — — Cavity Car-...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 41 — 10 AmpRed AC Heater Control/Headlights/Tire Pres-sure Monitoring - ifequipped 42 30 AmpPink — Front Blower Motor 43 30 AmpPink — Rear Window Defroster 44 20 AmpBlue — Amplifier - if equipped/Sunroof - if equipped * Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self...

BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,Park/Turn Light — Models with HalogenHeadlights — If Equipped See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, andPark/Turn Light — Models with High IntensityDischarge (HID) Headlights — If Equipped HID...

7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 8. Disconnect the electrical connector. 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly. 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly andinstall the replacement bulb. 11. Reinst...

Center Tail/Backup Light See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lights that are not serviceableseparately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly,see your authorized dealer. License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light t...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate)3.5 Liter Engine 18 Gallons 68 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter3.5 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 6.0 Quarts 5.7 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7.0 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System *3...

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) Engine Oil (3.5L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil meeting the requirements ofChrysle...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . 412 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . 414 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor thetime since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’soil if it has been six months since your last oil change,even if the oil change indicator message is NOTilluminated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive yourvehicle off-road...

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,and add as needed. • Check all lights and other electric...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . 429 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429 ▫ Be Reasonable With Reque...

This is why you should always talk to an 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 thegeneral manager or owner of the authorized dealer-ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an a...

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: Administra-tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C.20590. You can also obtain other information about motorvehicle safety from h...

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164,278 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278,385Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258Break-In Recommendations, New Veh...

Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Dipsticks Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368,369Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . ...

Flashers Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70,124,160 Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Flat Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345Flooded Engine Starti...

Kicker Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227Knee Bolster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forC...

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274,275Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Power Steering Fluid . ...

Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177Vehicle Certification Label . . ...

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