TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 1 1 INTRODUCTION 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 10 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ▫ Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) For 2.4L — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 m Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
INTRODUCTION Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) for 2.4L — If Equipped NOTE: If the 8th digit of the vehicle identification number (VIN) contains a 9J9 then your vehicle is equipped with the Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) package. NOTE: There are specific instructions regarding when to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the PZEV package. Please refer to the Maintenance Schedules section in your owner’s manual for specific maintenance instructions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ Central Locking — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ Door Ajar Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .12 ▫ Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Use The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ▫ To Program Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 m Vehicle Theft Alarm . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up. 11 Ignition Key Removal 2 The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the gearshift knob push button has returned to the out position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector lever. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. • Additional Sentry Keys or Mobil Speed Pass™ devices held too close to the ignition key when starting the vehicle may cause problems when attempting to start the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following: General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the ignition On for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Power Door Locks There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel located to the front of the door handle. Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors. For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive and when you park and leave the vehicle. WARNING! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock. Central Locking — If Equipped All vehicle doors are locked with the first turn of the key to the LOCK position. The double activation feature requires you to turn the key in the cylinder lock two times within five seconds to UNLOCK all vehicle doors at once.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled by performing the following procedure: 17 3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2 2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position. 3. Depress the power door lock switch to unlock the doors. WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the trunk from distances up to 23 feet (7 meters) using a transmitter. You don’t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system. 19 1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the LOCK button. 3. Release both buttons.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Unlock button. 3. Release both buttons. To unlock the trunk: Press and hold the Trunk button on the transmitter to unlatch the trunk.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE one second. Release both buttons simultaneously. You will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with programming the new transmitter. 3. Press and release the Lock and Unlock buttons simultaneously, followed by a press and release of ANY button on each new transmitter to be programmed as well as the original transmitter. You will hear a chime when a transmitter has been successfully programmed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch the battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation. VEHICLE THEFT ALARM The system monitors the doors, trunk, and ignition for unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for up to 18 minutes.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual lock control. TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE 23 before the switch will operate. Vehicles with manual transmissions must be at zero mph for the switch to work. With the ignition ON, the word “deck” will be displayed in place of the odometer display indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once the trunk is closed or if the trip button is depressed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release POWER WINDOWS NOTE: As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism. See picture. The window controls on the driver’s door operate all windows.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust 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 latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belts in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraints.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn on while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. 4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating. • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right window bags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the window bag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt (see section on “Child Restraint”) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or beltpositioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or beltpositioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • AIRBAG Readiness Light How The Airbag System Work • Driver Airbag • The airbag control module determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. The control module receives the level of collision severity, determines the proper level of airbag to be deployed. The frontal airbag inflators are designed to provide three different rates of air bag inflation.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously. WARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and right front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The side impact SRS Airbags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Child Restraints • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 9 kg (20 lbs). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and “convertible” child seats. • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: NOTE: For additional information refer www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. to • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. We also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible. • Check belt fit periodically.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE in adjacent rear-seating positions or if your child restraints are not LATCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehicle’s seat belts. 43 The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back, and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint and, where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 3 m Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 ▫ Console Features — Without Heated Seats . . . .53 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 ▫ Console Features — With Heated Seats . . . . . . .54 ▫ Adjustable Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 ▫ Folding Rear Seat . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 ▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ Headlight Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONSOLE FEATURES Console Features — Without Heated Seats 53 The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of the cover. The bottom of the console bin also has built in holders for compact discs or cassette tapes. There are also two cup holders for rear seat passengers located directly in the back of the center console. Two coin holders are located toward the front of the inside of the console bin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Console Features — With Heated Seats The front console has two cup holders. An optional removable ashtray may be located in the driver’s side cup holder. The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of the cover. The bottom of the console bin also has built in holders for compact discs or cassette tapes. The power outlet is also mounted inside the center console (if equipped).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror— If Equipped Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Forward/Rearward The adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near the floor. Pull the bar up to move the seat to the desired position. 57 Reclining Bucket Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever forward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support. Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the front switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. The rear switch controls the seatback recliner.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 The left rotary switch controls the heat level for the driver’s seat, and the right rotary switch controls the heat level for the passenger’s seat. These switches feature several heat settings ranging from 0 to 6. Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the picture to fold down either or both seatbacks.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion. They could be seriously injured in an accident. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. 61 WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Control With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the Multi-Function Control Lever upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 63 Multi-Function Control Lever 3 The Multi-Function lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam select switch, instrument panel light dimming, courtesy lights, passing lights, dome light and fog lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the control lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking brake is engaged.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Move the turn signal lever up or down and the arrows in the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down. Headlight Beam Select Switch Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for several cycles, then turn OFF.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 TRACTION CONTROL— IF EQUIPPED To turn the Traction Control System Off, press the switch located on the top of the steering column, to the right of the hazard switch, until the Traction Control indicator in the instrument cluster lights up. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Traction Control System is enabled each time the ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system off before powering down or turning the ignition to Lock. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL— IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device will control the throttle operation to maintain a constant vehicle speed between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 85 mph (137 km/h). The controls are on the steering wheel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake or clutch pressure will deactivate speed control without erasing the memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning off the ignition turns the speed control system off and erases the memory. To Resume Speed: To resume a previously set speed, push and release the RESUME/ACCEL button. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When Climbing A Hill If vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the Speed Control set speed, the transaxle will downshift to third gear. Under severe conditions the transaxle may downshift again to second gear. The transaxle will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle has reached the top of the hill. When Descending A Hill If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed Control set speed, the transaxle will downshift to third gear.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries are needed. For additional information on HomeLinkt, call 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death. 3. Choose one of the three Universal Transceiver buttons to program. Place the hand held controller one to three inches from the Universal Transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver will begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be sure to keep your hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the Universal Transceiver.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer. If you have difficulty in locating the training button, check your garage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet, at www.homelink.com. 2. Press and hold the training button on the garage door opener head unit. This will activate the “training” light.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single Button 1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be reprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter one to three inches away from the button to be trained. 3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button. 4. The Universal Transceiver indicator light will begin to flash, first slowly, then rapidly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The sunroof controls are mounted between the sun visors. The following two types of power sunroof switches may be equipped on this vehicle: Press and release the Vent switch to open the sunroof to the Vent position. NOTE: Open the sunshade by hand when opening the sunroof to the Vent position. Press and release the Open switch to open the sunroof and the sunshade.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The sunshade can only be closed by hand. WARNING! In an accident, there is greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS m Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 m Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 m Instrument Cluster Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 ▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 m Instrument Cluster Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 ▫ Two Types Of Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 m Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 ▫ Metal Tape Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 ▫ PTY (Program Type) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 ▫ Pinch Roller Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 ▫ Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 ▫ Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 ▫ Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL m Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 ▫ Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 ▫ Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 ▫ Electronic Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 81 ▫ Radio Display Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Program Button 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 ▫ Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 ▫ Time Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 ▫ CD Player — Single Disc In Radio . . . . . . . . . 119 ▫ Changing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 ▫ CD Player — 6 Disc CD Changer . . . . . . . . . . 119 ▫ Removing Discs From The CD Changer . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 83 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STANDARD
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 85 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gauge When the ignition key is in the ON position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. 2. Traction Control — If Equipped This display indicator illuminates momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. The indicator will blink during an active traction event, but will remain solid when the system is deactivated or if a system malfunction occurs.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Tachometer The red area of the scale shows the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area (over 6,500 rpm), ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine over speed. 6. Turn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. 7. High Beam Indicator This light shows that the headlights are on high beam.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. 11. Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light shows when the fog lights are ON. 12.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. Therefore, if the odometer reading is changed, during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined. The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine. This can be determined using the procedure shown in Section 7. 18. Brake System Warning Light This light monitors both the brake fluid level and the parking brake.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL In an ABS equipped vehicle, the Brake System Warning light will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or if the ABS system is not communicating. 19. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Buttons Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip conditions. Reset The following trip conditions can be reset: • AVG ECO (changes to present fuel economy) • ODO • ET To reset only the trip condition currently displayed, press and release the STEP and US/M buttons simultaneously until a chime sounds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time (ET) This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset. Compass Temperature Display This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the CAL indicator goes off, the compass is calibrated and should display correct headings. Verify proper calibration by checking North (N), South (S), East (E), and West (W). If the compass does not appear accurate, repeat the calibration procedure in another area. Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. For proper compass function, the correct variance zone must be set.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 95 Outside Temperature If the outside temperature is more than 131°F (55°C), the display will show 131°F. When the outside temperature is less than 240°F (240°C), the display will show 240°F/C. To Set The Clock: CIGAR LIGHTER/ASHTRAY For a nominal charge your dealer can provide a “smoker’s” package. This package consists of a cigar lighter and an ashtray that utilizes one of the cup holders. 2. Press any other button to exit from the clock setting mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound. Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. Holding the button will by pass stations until you release the button. Tuning Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release the button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40 Weather Radio Display Soft R&B Sports Talk Top 40 Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency. The display will show ST when a stereo station is received. Scan Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next station, in either AM or FM, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. Pressing the AM/FM button continues the search in the alternate frequency band.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection. Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever the tape player is on, but may be switched off. To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System: Press the Dolby button (button 2) after you insert the tape. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off. The Dolby System is automatically reactivated each time a tape is inserted. * ”Dolby” noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • You may eject a disc with the radio OFF. The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert a disc with the radio OFF. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The radio mode will continue to appear. • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the display will show the time of day.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 103 MODE Press the MODE button to select between the tape player, CD player, or satellite radio (if equipped). Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. To select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward. Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse. The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated. Random Play (RND) Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CAPABILITY 105 Power Button The volume control/power button pops out when pressed, this turns the sound system ON in the mode last used. Pushing the button back in turns the sound system OFF. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL make another selection. Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If the button is pushed and held, the radio will continue to tune until the button is released. The frequency will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pushed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency. The display will show ST when a stereo station is received in the FM mode. Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player, CD changer, or the Satellite Radio (if equipped). When the Satellite Radio (if equipped) is selected “SA” will appear in your radio display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Time Button Press the time button to toggle between station frequency and time of day. Mode Button To activate the CD changer, press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display. Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer. CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically. As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display. A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bass band is on the left, and the treble band is on the right. Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid-position. Moving the control up or down increases or decreases amplification of that band. The mid position provides a balanced output. AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. CD Player Operation Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on the selected disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories. The following instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Random Play (RND) Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer. CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages when a problem is detected with the CD player. 115 6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED The CD changer is located below the radio in the instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 3⁄4 inch (12 cm) discs. The changer holds up to 6 discs. Each disc is loaded and ejected through a single slot in front of the changer.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To insert additional CDs into the changer, the instructions follow: 1. Select and press any numbered button without an illuminated light above it. 2. Insert the CD while the light above the chosen button is flashing and the two lights on either side of the slot are illuminated. Seek Button Press the top of this button on the radio once to play the next track. Press the bottom of the button once to return to the beginning of the current track.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117 NOTE: The changer will not random play between discs. • Pressing the AM/FM button while in the tape or CD mode will select the radio mode. Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the bottom of the Seek button to go back to the beginning of the track. • If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected, the radio will tune to the last station selected. Press button 4 a second time to stop random play.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/TAPE/ CD, Etc.). The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 119 If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection, three times, it will play the third, etc. If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode. The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “muddy” sound from one or both channels, as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service. You may have a problem with CD-R (recordable) and CD-RW (recordable and writable) disks. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The controls are as follows: Fan and Air Conditioning Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The 0 Setting represents OFF and the 4 Setting is the greatest amount of air flow.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. • Recirculation — Air Conditioning Recirculated interior air is cooled and sent through the instrument panel vents. Upon initial start up of the vehicle in very hot or humid weather, open windows and put in outside air modes to flush hot/humid air out. Then turn on the Recirculation mode to cool the vehicle interior rapidly.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a lesser amount through the defrost and side window demist outlets. • Mix Rear Seat Outlets These outlets are located under the front seats and direct warm air to the rear seat passengers. Air is directed through these outlets when you select either the Floor, Bi-Level, or Mix modes. Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Windshield and Side Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by using the defrost position on the mode control. Your side windows may fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, select the Panel-Air Conditioning mode on the Mode Control. Point the panel outlets toward the side windows. NOTE: Do not use the recirculation mode as it will not clear windows under these conditions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips (Manual A/C Control Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 Outside Air Intake When operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 ▫ Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 m Battery And Engine Block Heaters — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING m Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 m AutoStick — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 ▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ AutoStick Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . 147 ▫ AutoStick General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 148 m Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 131 ▫ E-85 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 ▫ Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 ▫ Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 ▫ Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 ▫ Maintenance .
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Automatic Transaxle The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear. CAUTION! Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING 133 CAUTION! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow the procedure carefully.
STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “NORMAL STARTING” or “EXTREME COLD WEATHER” procedures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
STARTING AND OPERATING 135 WARNING! WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle you should shift the transmission into Park, remove the key from the ignition, and apply the park brake.
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
STARTING AND OPERATING Four Speed Automatic Transaxle The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few shift cycles. Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without depressing the shift button after you have set it in P. Make sure it is in Park before leaving the vehicle. WARNING! Never use the Park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance, fuel economy, and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. Use the “3” range when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distress. 139 PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will come on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is on.
STARTING AND OPERATING To release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull up on the parking brake lever. Push the release button and lower the lever fully. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of Park. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade.
STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating. WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED 143 The system is always in the “stand by” mode unless: • The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system off; • There is an Anti-Lock Brake or Traction System malfunction; • The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake temperatures. NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction Control indicator located in the instrument cluster.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings • European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter 9P9 is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT(Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards.
STARTING AND OPERATING 145 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards (....blank....( = 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 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) —Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 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 corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions. (ie. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions and posted speed limits).
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. 147 Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a “Tire and Loading Information” placard located on the driver’s side “B” pillar. This placard tells you important information about the, 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear and spare tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWR’s, vehicle loading and trailer towing, see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392 Kg).
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES—GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: 151 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability— Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1mile (1 km) after a 3 hour period.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious accident. Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs.
STARTING AND OPERATING 155 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section 6 of this manual.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
STARTING AND OPERATING 157 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components. You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recommended. Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). CAUTION! Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving and braking functions.
STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permissible if desired. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” shown in the diagram. 159 AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED Autostick is a driver-interactive transaxle that offers manual gear shifting capability to provide you with more control.
STARTING AND OPERATING Autostick Operation The Autostick position is just below the Overdrive position and is identified by the word “AUTOSTICK”. When you place the shift lever in the Autostick position, it can be moved from side to side. Moving the lever to the left (-) triggers a downshift and to the right (+) an upshift. The gear position will be shown in the transmission gear display. automatically; shifting between the four available gears.
STARTING AND OPERATING • Starting out in third gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions. • While in the Autostick mode, Speed Control will only function in third or fourth gear. Downshifting out of third gear turns off speed control. • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the transaxle will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with materials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING Sulfur in Gasoline If you live in the Northeast United States, your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with cleaner burning California reformulated gasoline with low sulfur. If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emission standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be adversely affected.
STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! NOTE: Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. 165 VEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Loading Capacities Front Seat Occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Warranty Requirements The Manufacturer’s Passenger Vehicle Warranty will apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non-commercial use. However the following conditions must be met: • The maximum trailer load is 1,000 lbs (450 kg). • The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed 20 square feet (1.
STARTING AND OPERATING • The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule “B” in section 8 of this manual for transaxle fluid change intervals. NOTE: Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Autostick.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when removing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame. Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of these two.
STARTING AND OPERATING American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). We only recommend API Certified engine oils that meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler’s Material Standard MS-9214. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-9214. The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to engine oil.
STARTING AND OPERATING • Engine Oil Selection for Operating on Gasoline If you operate the vehicle on regular unleaded gasoline ONLY, use Mopar oil or an equivalent that meets certified API (American Petroleum Institute) Quality. Starting The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 m If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 m Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 m Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked. NOTE: With extended use, the flasher may wear down your battery. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — Slow down.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in Park with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 175 1. Block wheel diagonally opposite flat tire. 2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wrench from stowage.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wrench to carefully pry off wheel cover (if equipped with steel wheels) or center cap (if equipped with aluminum wheels). Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with the metal edges and retention teeth. 4.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. 6. Remove lug nuts and tire. 7. Mount spare tire. 8. Tighten all lug nuts on mounting studs. 9.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY WARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and person injury could result. Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. During cold weather when temperatures are below freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 181 WARNING! WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels, particularly with high output engines. WARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turn the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverse and First gear.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) Automatic Transaxle Your vehicle may be towed under the following conditions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the distance to be towed must not exceed 15 miles (25 km), and the towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m 2.4L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 m 2.7L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Suspension Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 189 ▫ Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 m Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 m Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 ▫ Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 ▫ Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 m Replacement Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 m Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within current government regulations.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready for testing.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 193 • Stop and Go driving • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km) • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C) • Trailer towing • Taxi, Police or delivery service (commercial service) CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions,we recommend engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler’s Material Standard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS6395.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE may be labeled as Flexible Fuel (FFV) or Alternate Fuel (AFV). These engine oils may be satisfactory if they meet the manufacturer’s standard. CAUTION! If Flexible Fuel engine oil is not used when using E-85, engine wear may be increased significantly. This may void your warranty. Synthetic Engine Oils There are a growing number of engine oils being promoted as either synthetic or semi-synthetic.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drive Belts — Check Condition and Tension At the mileage shown in the maintenance schedules, check all drive belts for condition and proper tension. Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure. Inspect the drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, or glazing and replace them if there is any sign of damage which could result in belt failure. If adjustment is required, adjust the belts according to the specifications and procedures shown in the Service Manual.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter will not require maintenance. However, it is important to keep the engine properly serviced to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for prolonged period. Engine Timing Belt Replace the engine timing belt (2.4L Only) at the intervals described in the appropriate maintenance schedule. NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment behind the left front fender and is accessible without removing the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! CAUTION! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE through the condenser as required. Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. WARNING! The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 201 Body Mechanism Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors,liftgate and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI Grade 2, should be applied sparingly to all pivot and sliding contact areas. External Lock Cylinders Lubricate the external lock cylinders twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of lubricant, such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder (avoid excess lubricant). Insert the key into the lock cylinder and rotate from the unlocked to the locked position; without adding more lubricant.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, follow the preceding safety tips.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 205 dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Cooling System Inspection WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The fan is controlled by both the temperature of the engine cooling system and the pressure in the air conditioning system and can start at any time the ignition key is in the ON position.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. The first change should not be required until 5 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), whichever comes first. The coolant should be flushed and changed every two years or 36,000 miles (57,600 km) thereafter. If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant, and to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant reserve tank. The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. WARNING! The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE over time. This is normal. If the coolant level is hard to see, jostling the coolant bottle will make it easier to see. There is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point, adding, or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. Heater performance may also be adversely affected by low coolant levels.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots, brittle rubber, cracking, checking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning lamp shows system failure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. WARNING! Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling point than MOPAR DOT 3 Brake Fluid or that is unidentified as to DOT FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard or prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission performance. Use only manufacturers recommended transmission fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 213 • If the fluid is hot (180°F / 82°C), the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked ”HOT” (between the upper two holes in the dipstick). Maintenance schedule “B” — Every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) change fluid and filter under the following conditions: • If the fluid level shows low, add sufficient transmission fluid to bring to the proper level.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 4.0 mm below the bottom of the hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215 Washing Special Care • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumulated on your vehicle, wash it as soon as possible.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil, select a non abrasive, non acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads or metal polishes. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective finish. • Your painted and chrome aluminum wheels should be treated as you would treat the finish on your car.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. 217 abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with any liquid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements. Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections in the windshield.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) 219 A Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment; near the air cleaner. This information applies to vehicles built without the fuse and relay numbering embossed on the Power Distribution Center Top Cover. Interior Fuses 7 The fuse access panel is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel. To remove the panel, pull it out, as shown.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Fuse Circuit 1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor 2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Headlight, High Beam Indicator 3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Headlight 4 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Switch Illumination, Transmission Range Switch, Daytime Running Light Module (Canada), Power Windows, Anti-lock Brake System Module 5 10 Amp Red Power Door Lock and Door Lock Arm/Disarm Switches, Vanity, Reading, Map, Rear Seating, Ignition, and Trunk Lights, Illuminated Entry, Radio, Power Antenna, Data
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. 221 LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9007 Park/Turn Signal (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight mounting screws. 2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from the fender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball stud from its retainer in the fender. Pull the headlight assembly away from the vehicle. 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. CAUTION! 4. Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. 6.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn the retaining ring clockwise to secure the bulb. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly. 8. Reinstall the headlight assembly. Park, Turn Signal, Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight assembly mounting screws. Pull the headlight assembly away from the vehicle. 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Light Bulb Replacement 1. Remove the screws securing the light assembly to the front fascia. 225 4. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. 7 2. Pull the light assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb and socket assembly. 5. Install the new bulb and socket assembly, reattach the wiring connector, and reinstall the fog light assembly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. 2. Disconnect the wiring connector and remove the plastic retainers. Remove the light housing from the vehicle. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. Rear Light Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away to expose the wiring connector and light housing plastic retainers. 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Plate Bulb Replacement 1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of the license lamp. Using a small screwdriver, remove the entire housing. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and snap it back into place on the housing of the chrome appliqué. Headlight Aiming The headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at the factory. The factory setting was made at a no load setting.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Spark Plugs Oil Filter (2.4L Engine) Oil Filter (2.7L Engine) Fuel Selection Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) Use API Certified GF-3 engine oil. SAE 5W-30 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Steering Gear & Linkage, Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel Bearings Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopart Brake Fluid DOT 3 Motor Vehicle. Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopart Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS M A I N T E N A N C E m Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 232 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 m Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) For 2.4L — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 C m Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 232 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: There are specific instructions regarding when to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the PZEV package in this section. This applies to both maintenance schedule A and B and will be marked with an ** or ***. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is Schedule “B”. It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 234 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Use the schedule that best describes your driving conditions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first. At Each Stop for Fuel NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6 months or 6,000 miles, whichever comes first. • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and transaxle and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. • Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the exhaust system.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 236 SCHEDULE “B” SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an L. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes.
M 238 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reN C quired.* E Replace the air cleaner filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if required. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes.
M 240 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if N C necessary.* E Replace the air cleaner filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if required. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter engine. ** Replace the accessory drive belts on the 2.7 liter engine.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if required. Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engine. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. ** Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve.
M 242 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if N C necessary.* E Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter enS C H E D U L E S 8 gine. *** Replace the ignition cables on the 2.4 liter engine. *** Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Flush and replace the engine coolant. Replace the spark plugs on the 2.7 liter engine. Check and retension accessory drive belts on 2.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter engine. ** Replace the ignition cables on the 2.4 liter engine. ** Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the accessory drive belts on 2.7 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
M 244 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if N C necessary.* E Inspect and check tension for power steering S C H E D U L E S 8 belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if required. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter engine. ** Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty. ** Except for the 2.
M 246 SCHEDULE “A” A I SCHEDULE “A” N T Miles E N (Kilometers) A [Months] N C Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if S C H E D U L E S 8 necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. ** Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Inspect and replace PCV valve if required.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if required. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. ** Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or 102,000 miles. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve.
M 248 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. * Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. ** Replace the spark plugs on 2.7 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engine.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles 108,000 (Kilometers) (174 000) [Months] [108] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if X required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. * Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, X rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. ** Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter engine. Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter engine.
M 250 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* E Replace the air cleaner filter. * S C H E D U L E S 8 144,000 (232 000) [144] X X X Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 m Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 m Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer Center.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPART PARTS Mopart fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals. These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams and charts. • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories established by the National highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
INDEX 10
INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . 206 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Aiming Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Air Cleaner, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Keyless Transmitter Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 21 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179,198 Belts, Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Belts, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Compact Disc Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Compact Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Compact Disc Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96,101 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Electronic Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Emergency, In Case of Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,24 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . 190,232 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187,188 Block Heater . . . . . . . .
INDEX Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Fog Light Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64,225 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Fuel Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84,85 Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Instrument Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Rear Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226,227 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Tampering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192,227 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Checking . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105,110,118 Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Side Window Demisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Slippery Surfaces, Driving On . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144,151 Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Towing . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Warning, Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Warning Flasher, Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,203 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Waxing and Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . .