SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the driver’s front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 䡵 Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 ▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ Sentry Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate (If Equipped With Power Options) . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” . . . . . . . .33 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” . . . . . . . .27 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 䡵 Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 ▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .55 䡵 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 ▫ Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 ▫ Auto Down Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 䡵 Occupant Restraints (Convertible) . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS 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. Vehicle Key 13 Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift knob push button has returned to the out position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: With the driver’s door open, and the key in the ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) will not function. SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
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. • Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key-related (transponder) fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sentry Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the first key. 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock. If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel: With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside down, turn off the engine and remove the key.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 WARNING! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death. CAUTION! Door Lock Plunger WARNING! For personal security, and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. 1. The Auto Lock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission is in gear. 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter. The Automatic Door Lock feature can be enabled or disabled.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. 2 Power Door Lock Switch 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Ignition Key Position 3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. The Auto Unlock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws. “Child-Protection” Door Lock System (Rear Doors) — If Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat, the rear doors have the “child-protection” door lock system. To use the system, open each rear door and move the control UP to engage.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (SEDAN) Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down window and open the door with the outside door handle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To unlock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors and liftgate. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the parking lights will flash on twice.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater. NOTE: When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time, you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system. To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” NOTE: The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be turned on or off.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When entering program mode using that fob, all other programmed fobs will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle. Use the Following procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 14. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard. After 60 seconds, all programmed fobs function normally. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: If you do not have a programmed transmitter, contact your dealer for details.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal. Separating Transmitter Halves 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (CONVERTIBLE) Four Button Transmitter This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the deck lid from distances of 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) using a transmitter. You don’t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system. Each vehicle comes with two transmitters.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed key fob. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 The “Sound Horn On Lock” and “Flash Lamps With Lock” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater. To Unlatch the Deck Lid Press the “Rear Release” button twice to unlatch the deck lid.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the flash lamps with LOCK feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the LOCK position, and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, while you are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 35 Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is the Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent. 1.
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. system, which triggered the alarm is deactivated after the alarm has been on for 3 minutes the alarm will shut off immediately. To set the alarm: 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To disarm the system: Unlock a front door/liftgate using the Keyless Entry Transmitter. 37 Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry key will disarm the system. A valid key is one that is programmed to that particular vehicle. A valid key will disarm the system, an invalid key will trigger the alarm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE (SEDAN) NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate (if equipped). Rotate the key and pull the liftgate up. To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and turn to the right. If equipped, the liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the deck lid in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the deck lid in cold weather. Power Deck Lid Release You can open the deck lid by pressing the Remote Keyless Entry Button or from inside the vehicle, using the switch located inside the glove box.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat back can be unlatched by pulling down on the glow-in-the-dark lever attached to the left rear seat back latching mechanism. 41 NOTE: Make sure that the elastic loop is around the emergency release handle at all times. If the handle is pulled downward, entirely through the elastic loop, the handle will not return to its original position and the seat back may not operate properly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a security measure, an emergency deck lid release lever is built into the deck lid latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-inthe-dark lever attached to the deck lid latching mechanism. See following picture. POWER WINDOWS The power window switches are located on the instrument panel above the radio.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The convertible has an ⬙All windows up⬙ and ⬙All windows down,⬙ switch located between the window switches instead of the lock switch. Power Window Switch 43 WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Switches There are also rear passenger window switches (sedan only) located at the rear of the center console. Rear Power Window Switches 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 the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature also, can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. Latch Plate 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 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
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 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. 49 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a lock-out feature to ensure that the rear seat back is in the fully upright and locked position when occupied. If the rear seat back is not fully upright and locked and the rear center lap/shoulder belt can be pulled out of the retractor, the vehicle should immediately be taken to your dealer for service. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious or fatal injury.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 53 Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) If the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will alert the driver or front passenger to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to ⬙Occupant Classification System⬙ in this section). If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are located inside the driver and front passenger seats, and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. Front Airbag Components NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the “child⬙ category. This could be a child, a teenager, or even a small adult. ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accomodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⬙If You Need Assistance⬙ in Section 9 of this manual. 59 WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front airbag system consists of the following: • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners • Occupant Restraint Controller • Occupant Classification System (OCS) for the Front Passenger Seat • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If equipped) • Airbag Warning Light − Occupant Classification Module • Driver Airbag − Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light • Passenger Airbag − Weight Sensors • Front Seat Mounted Side Airbags (If equip
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate. During a moderate-to-severe rear impact the ORC may deploy the seat belt pretensioners alone.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The OCS classifies an occupant using weight sensors mounted in the base of the front passenger seat. Any weight on the seat will be sensed by the system. Objects hanging on the seat or other passengers pushing down on the seat will also be sensed. The weight of an adult will cause the system to turn the airbag on. In this case, the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as an adult.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE front passenger seat. In this case, the air bag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs. For all other occupants, the PAD indicator light will be illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is turned off and will not inflate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE or instrument panel), the weight sensors in the seat may not properly classify the occupant. Objects lodged under the seat or between the seat and the center console can prevent the occupant’s weight from being measured properly and may result in the occupant being improperly classified. Ensure that the front passenger seat back does not touch anything placed on the second row of seats because this can also affect occupant classification.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE may be possible based on collision severity and occupant size. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 - 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC Module monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These include all of the items previously mentioned. In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered, releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas. The inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or components in any way. • Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way. • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired. Always use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If A Deployment Occurs The airbag systems are designed to deploy when the airbag control modules detect a moderate-to-severe collision, to help restrain the driver and front passenger, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat belt retractor assembly, replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well. 69 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • • • • • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. • The AIRBAG light does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. • The light remains on after the 6 to 8 second interval.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US government and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and ⬙convertible⬙ child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion.) NOTE: For additional information www.nhtsa.dot.gov or www.seatcheck.org. refer to WARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. If the seat belt has a switchable retractor, it will have a distinctive label.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE from the retractor. Allow the belt to return into the retractor, pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint. Follow the instructions of the child restraint manufacture. NOTE: To reset this feature you must let all of the belt webbing return into the retractor. You will not be able to pull out more webbing until all of the webbing has been returned back into the retractor.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for most older vehicles. Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instructions that come with the child restraint system. 79 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. NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH compatible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS (CONVERTIBLE) Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped, side airbags for both the driver and front passenger.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/ Shoulder Belts. If the belt webbing is twisted, and comes in contact with the wearers body, the twisted belt should be corrected using the Lap/Shoulder belt untwisting procedure found in this section.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 83 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well.
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 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 85 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. Seat Belt Webbing Guide NOTE: The manufacturer recommends that the seat belt is routed through the seat belt webbing guide when using the seatbelt. WARNING! The seat belt webbing guide should be used to improve seat belt accessibility.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 87 Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) If the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will alert the driver or front passenger to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to ⬙Occupant Classification System⬙ in this section). If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are located inside the driver and front passenger seats, and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. Front Airbag Components NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the “child” category. This could be a child, a teenager, or even a small adult. ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accomodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⴖIf You Need Assistanceⴖ in Section 9 of this manual. 93 WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front airbag system consists of the following: • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners • Occupant Restraint Controller • Occupant Classification System (OCS) for the Front Passenger Seat • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If Equipped) • Airbag Warning Light − Occupant Classification Module • Driver Airbag − Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light • Passenger Airbag − Weight Sensors • Front Seat Mounted Side Airbags (If equip
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate. During a moderate-to-severe rear impact the ORC may deploy the seat belt pretensioners alone.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The OCS classifies an occupant using weight sensors mounted in the base of the front passenger seat. Any weight on the seat will be sensed by the system. Objects hanging on the seat or other passengers pushing down on the seat will also be sensed. The weight of an adult will cause the system to turn the airbag on. In this case, the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as an adult.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE child restraint or booster seats, most children that can properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt, and when an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passenger seat. In this case, the air bag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs. For all other occupants, the PAD indicator light will be illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is turned off and will not inflate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE or instrument panel), the weight sensors in the seat may not properly classify the occupant. Objects lodged under the seat or between the seat and the center console can prevent the occupant’s weight from being measured properly and may result in the occupant being improperly classified. Ensure that the front passenger seat back does not touch anything placed on the second row of seats because this can also affect occupant classification.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE may be possible based on collision severity and occupant size. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 - 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered, releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas. The inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The side airbag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force, that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way. • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired. Always use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • • • • • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE data gathered during a complete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • Airbag disable lamp status (if equipped) • ⬙Time⬙ of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage) • Airbag deployment level (if applicable) • Seatbelt status • Brake status (service and parking brakes) • Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) • Engine control status (including engine speed) • Cruise control
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. • Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • 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. • The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for most older vehicles. Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Tether Strap Mounting Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instructions that come with the child restraint system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it checked.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 3 䡵 Convertible Top Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 ▫ Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ To Lower The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 ▫ Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ To Raise The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Electric Remote-Control Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ UConnect™ System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 ▫ Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 ▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ▫ Folding Rear Seat (Convertible) . . . . . . . . . . . 168 ▫ Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 ▫ Tumbling Rear Seat (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL)(Canada Only) . 182 䡵 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 ▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 䡵 Traction Control Switch — If Equipped . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 䡵 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped . . . . . . 189 ▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 197 䡵 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 ▫ Center Console/Armrest Storage Bin . . . . . . . 205 ▫ Reprogramming A Single Button . . . . . . . . . . 198 ▫ Storage Pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 ▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION WARNING! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does, and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times when riding in a convertible.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear selector in the Park position (automatic transaxle) or in the Neutral position (manual transaxle) before lowering or raising the top. To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window, check the top storage area at the rear of the vehicle interior to be sure that it is clear of debris or other items.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 the Power Top Switch lightly in the first detent position will lower the windows slightly and the convertible top to the full down position. Pressing and holding the switch in the second detent position will lower all four windows completely and the top to the full down position. Releasing Convertible Top Latches 3.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Continue pressing the Power Top Switch until the convertible top is lowered completely. 5. Install the Convertible Top Boot Cover, if equipped. Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If Equipped, in this section. CAUTION! Damage to the convertible top boot cover could result if the latch handle is not completely closed when the top is lowered. The convertible top boot cover cannot be installed while the latch handle is open.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 1. Remove the convertible top boot cover, if equipped. Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and Storage, in this section. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position. 3 3. Press the Power Top Switch to raise the top. Before the top reaches the windshield, open the latch handle and turn the handle clockwise to open the latches. Press the switch again to continue raising the top until the two pins seat themselves in the windshield header.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Car top carriers, ski racks, etc., should not be attached to the convertible top mechanism as they will damage the top. Do not place objects on the convertible top, in the top well or on the sport bar. Damage to the convertible top may occur. Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If Equipped 1. With the top down and the convertible top latch handle in the stowed position, lay the unfolded boot cover across the convertible top.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 2. Install the rear edge of the boot, first tucking the rear edge of the boot under the rear and both sides of the rails.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the right and left boot arms forward and engage both boot arm snaps. Make sure both snaps are fully engaged.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Engage the boot center section retainer using the tabs provided. 129 5. Tuck the rear flap of the boot in behind the Upper Moulding.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and Storage 1. Unsnap the snaps and remove the top cover boot. 2. Lay the boot cover flat with the center section retainer facing the rear of the car.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3. First fold the left side of the boot cover to the middle of the boot cover. 3 Folding Boot Cover Right Side Folding Boot Cover Left Side 4. Second fold the right side of the boot cover to the middle, fitting it inside the left side of the boot cover and store it in the trunk or a dry secure area. CAUTION! Do not lay heavy objects on top of the boot or lay the boot on top of sharp/pointy objects. Damage could occur to the boot.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL OVERRIDE If your vehicle is experiencing electrical failure (low battery, etc.) and it is necessary to raise the convertible top, perform the following steps: 1. Locate the convertible top motor bypass screw, which is found in the trunk under the convertible top storage area. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until the screw stops. This will relieve the hydraulic pressure and allow the convertible top to be raised manually.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Using the latch handle raise the top until the two pins seat themselves in the windshield header. 4. Rotate the latch handle clockwise to open the latches. 5. Pull down and rotate the handle counterclockwise to engage the latches. 133 6. Raise the handle into the stowed position. 7. Close the convertible top motor bypass screw by turning the screw clockwise until it stops. Tighten the screw securely.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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). 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Electric Remote-Control Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror switch is located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel. To adjust the view in the outside mirrors, turn the rotary knob to the left (L), center (O) or Right (R) position. After selecting the mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center (O) position to gaurd against accidentally moving a mirror position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights. Illuminated Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Sliding Feature The sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended coverage of the side glass.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s microphone for private conversation. The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name. Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language. This system is driven through your Bluetooth™ Hands-Free profile cellular phone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect™ system can be used with any HandsFree Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UConnect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE example, you can either use the combined form voice command ⬙Phonebook New Entry,⬙ or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: ⬙Phonebook⬙ and ⬙New Entry.⬙ Please remember, the UConnect™ system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you. Voice Command Tree Refer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect • www.jeep.com/uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect™ System pairing instructions: • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙ • When prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙Pair a Phone.⬙ • You will be asked to say a four-digit pin number which you will later need to enter into your cellular.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnect™ system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call. You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to ⬙Advanced Phone Connectivity⬙). 141 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid phone number - the closest valid phone number has ten digits. Dial by Saying a Number • The UConnect™ system will confirm the phone number and then dial.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a previously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phonebook. Refer to ⬙Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook,⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook. • The UConnect™ system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios. Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙List Names⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select one of the entries from the list, press the ⬙Voice Recognition⬙ button while the UConnect™ system is playing the desired entry and say ⬙Delete.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙Voice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name and say ⬙Call.⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙Edit⬙ or ⬙Delete⬙ operations at this point. • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call. • The selected number will be dialed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call, press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say ⬙Dial⬙ or ⬙Call⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to ⬙Toggling Between Calls.⬙ To combine two calls, refer to ⬙Conference Call.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the ⬘Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Redial.⬙ • The UConnect™ system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone. Note: this may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect™ system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. 149 Paging To learn how to page, refer to ⬙Working with Automated Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect™ system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙Send.⬙ For example, if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 #, you can press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say ⬙3 7 4 6 # Send.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone number ⬙#121,⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc. related information. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellular phone and the UConnect™ system, follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user’s manual.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the UConnect™ system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (approximately with in 30 feet) the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ⬘Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played and say the priority number of the phone you wish to delete. Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System Voice Recognition (VR) • Always wait for the beep before speaking. • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • UConnect™ phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook. • You can say ⬙O⬙ (letter ⬙O⬙) for ⬙0⬙ (zero). ⬙800⬙ must be spoken ⬙eight-zero-zero.⬙ • Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. Power Seat Adjuster — If Equipped WARNING! WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 3 Power Seat Switch This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to the rear of the power seat switch. 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 Manual Lumbar—If Equipped The Lumbar adjustment is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seat. To increase support, rotate the handle down. Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped The passenger front seat may be folded fully forward to provide additional cargo space. To fold the seat forward pull up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Driver’s Seat Back Tilt—If Equipped How to operate the driver’s seat: 1. Push the lever down until seat back releases. 2. Push the seat back forward. 3 3. To return seat to a sitting position, push seat back rearward. NOTE: The driver’s front seat has a full recliner memory, which will allow the seat back to return to its original position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Push seat back forward until it slides toward the dashboard. NOTE: The passenger front seat has a full recliner memory, which will allow the seat back to returned to its original position. NOTE: The passenger front seat has a track memory, which returns the seat to just past the half way point of the track regardless of original position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the front driver’s and passenger’s seats. The control for the heater is located on the instrument panel, below the radio. After turning on the ignition, you may choose OFF, HIGH, or LOW heat settings. An indicator on the switch shows which setting has been chosen.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the switch once will select high-level heating. Pressing the switch a second time will select low-level heating. Pressing the switch a third time will shut the heating elements off. Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Push and hold the buttons shown in the picture to fold down either or both seatbacks.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts • Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat (Convertible) To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. The seat back release knobs are located in the trunk area. Pull the left side seatback release knob to fold down the left side seatback. Pull the right side seatback release knob to fold down the right side seatback.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push and hold the button on the seatback and fold down the rear seatback. Tumbling Seat Release Strap Folding Rear Seat Button • Pull the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat. Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward. • Attach the elastic strap, located at the base of the seat cushion, onto the hook bar on the center trim panel to hold the seat in place.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Tumbling Rear Seat (Convertible) To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be tumbled forward. CAUTION! Tumbling Seat Strap To return the rear seat to it’s upright latched position, rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat. Then lift the seatback to its upright latched position. NOTE: The elastic strap should be reinstalled in the clip on the base of the seat cushion before returning the seat to its normal position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the left side seatback. Pull the right side seatback release knob to fold down the right side seatback. 2. From inside the vehicle, fold the rear seat back down flat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the release handle located at the bottom of the folded seat back and tumble the seat forward. 173 4. Attach the cinching tether strap, located at the side of the seat cushion, onto the hook bar on the center trim panel and tighten by pulling the cinching strap until the seat is secure.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To return the tumbling rear seat to the latched (normal) position use the following procedure: 1. Loosen the strap by pushing rearward on the cinching tether strap buckle. NOTE: The strap should be reinstalled in the side pocket on the seat cushion before returning the seat to the latched (normal) position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: Prior to lifting either seatback to the upright position, be sure that the seat belt is brought forward to avoid trapping it behind the seatback. Rear Seat Removal (Sedan) The rear seats can be removed to provide more cargo space. 3. Rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat. Then lift the seatback to its upright latched position. • Push and hold the button on the seatback and fold down the rear seatback.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Pull the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward. Release Lever Location Tumbling Seat Release Strap • Lift up the release levers to disengage the seat from the floor attachments. • Using the handle on the seat, the seat assembly can now be lifted and removed from the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the rear seat, insert the seat into the floor attachments. Lower the release levers of the seat to latch the front floor attachments and rotate the seat rearward to latch the seat. Lift the seat back to its upright latched position. 177 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and slightly to the right, and raise the hood. Use the hood prop rod clipped to the driver’s side of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open position. Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Map/Reading Lights (Convertible) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, these lights, located under the rearview mirror can be turned on by switches located at the base of the rearview mirror. 3 NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door or deck lid (convertible) is opened. With the ignition key in the OFF position, the interior lights will automatically turn off in about 10 minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the Dome light position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE control is left in the Dome light position or a door is left open. The interior lights will remain on for only 90 seconds for all occurrence after that, until the engine is turned on and off. Interior light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom “OFF” position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. 181 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent (white semi-circle).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the Multi-Function Control Lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the Multi-Function Control Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the control lever. NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever. The lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Rotate the control to select the desired wiper speed. Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and hold while spray is desired.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the front wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the ⬙Park⬙ position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wipers will resume operation. Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Sedan Models Only) A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating the center of the switch forward to the ON position will activate the wiper.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (If Equipped) is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Adjust the column only while the vehicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPED The traction control indicator, located in the instrument cluster, will flash when the Traction Control System (TCS ) is in use.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: The Traction Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when the system is in operation. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 35 mph (56 km/h). The speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. 3 Speed Controls L or R To Activate: Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it. To Set At A Desired Speed: When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping “RESUME ACCEL” once will result in a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 6 mph (10 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is ON, push down and hold “SET DECEL”. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set. Tapping the “SET DECEL” button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles equipped with four speed automatic transaxles may experience a downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift to 3rd gear is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed. push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries are needed. On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 WARNING! HomeLink Buttons (Convertible) For additional information on HomeLink威, call 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com. A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety standards.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming The Universal Transceiver For best results, install a new battery in the hand held transmitter before programming. If your garage door opener (located in the garage) is equipped with an antenna, make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down. 1. Turn off the engine. WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while training the transceiver.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 3 HomeLink Programming (Sedan) HomeLink Programming (Convertible) 4. Using both hands, press the hand held transmitter button and the desired Universal Transceiver button. Do not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed. NOTE: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 NOTE: The assistance of a second person may make the following programming procedure quicker and easier. 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly and then rapidly when the programming is successful. NOTE: When programming such a garage door opener or gate, unplug the device to prevent possible damage to the garage door or gate motor. Operation Press and hold the desired button on the Universal Transceiver until the garage door or other device begins to operate. The light in the display shows that the signal is being transmitted.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 3 HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls, Inc. POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent. To close the sunroof from the vent position, press and hold the switch forward. Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial vent position until the switch is pushed forward again.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In an accident, there is a 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 There are two optional power outlets. One is in the center console/armrest lower storage bin. Front Power Outlet It will accept a cigar lighter unit, which is part of the optional Smokers Package. To preserve the heating element of the cigar lighter unit, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. As a child safety precaution, this outlet is powered by the ignition switch, only when the switch is in the ⬙ON⬙ or ⬙ACCESSORY⬙ positions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This outlet is powered directly by the battery, regardless of the ignition switch position. All accessories connected to this outlet should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use, to protect the battery against discharge. The second is in the right rear cargo area.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • 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 THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged into the 12 volt power outlet, 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 such as coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc., will discharge the battery even more quickly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise the upper cover. Inside is a slot for a power cord, an area to store a cell phone, and other miscellaneous items. Push the lower button on the front of the armrest, and raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin. The lower storage has a power outlet (if equipped), a slot for a power cord, and can be used for storing up to six CD’s and other miscellaneous items.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • 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 THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • To avoid tipping, lock the shelf securely in all positions. • Do not drive this vehicle with the liftgate open, or use the shelf as a seat. • Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious or fatal injury. Position 1 (Top) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the top guides and slide forward. Press down on the back of the shelf panel to lock it into place.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 2 (Middle) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the middle guides and slide forward. Press down on the back of the shelf panel to lock it into place. 209 WARNING! Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 2 (middle). Failure to follow this warning could cause the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury. Position 3 (Floor) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the bottom guides and slide forward.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 4 (Vertical) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near the floor and slide downward. Push the shelf panel forward to lock it into place. WARNING! When in the vertical position, the rear shelf panel should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the cargo area when the seatbacks folded down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 2. Twist the knob on the underside of the panel and lower the shelf leg. 3 Rear Shelf Panel Position 5 Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob 3. Install the shelf leg into the liftgate latch area as labeled on the rear scuff plate. WARNING! Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 5 (table). Failure to follow this warning could cause the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. Use both adjustable crossbars assemblies to support the load and distribute the load as evenly as possible.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately. Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 ▫ Average Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 䡵 Instrument Cluster—Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 䡵 Instrument Cluster—Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 ▫ Elapsed Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 䡵 Instrument Cluster—Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Electrical Disturbances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, And RAQ, Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 ▫ Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 ▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . 264 217 ▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—BASE 4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—PREMIUM
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—TURBO 4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. 2. Fuel Door Reminder This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is located on the front passenger’s (right) side of the vehicle. 3. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Tachometer The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. 6. Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection. 7. Odometer/Trip Odometer A vacuum fluorescent display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Brake System Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, there is a low brake fluid level or there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the ON position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. 14. Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime will sound 10 times.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level drops to 2 gallons, the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound. 18. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) described elsewhere in this manual. This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. 227 The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL turned from the OFF to the ON position, and the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)–If Equipped 229 • System Status • Vehicle information warning message displays • Personal Settings (customer programmable features) • Compass heading • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • UConnect™ hands-free communication system displays — If Equipped • Audio mode display EVIC Location The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Trunk Ajar (with a single chime) • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Low Washer Fluid (with a single chime) • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • RKE Battery Low (with a single chime) • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in Park (automatic transmissions) or vehicle is in motion (manual transmissions).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • Distance To Empty (DTE) EVIC Functions • Elapsed Time • Personal Settings To Reset The Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the resettable function currently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For additional information regarding the compass, refer to Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) in this section. Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from where it was before the reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the EVIC button until Personal Settings is displayed in the EVIC. Use the EVIC button to display one of the following choices: Language When in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions. Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, or Francais depending on availability.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors will unlock at the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “DRIVER’S DOOR 1ST” or “ALL DOORS” appears to make your selection. Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry “Lock” button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock/unlock feature.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the brightness, refer to “Lights” in this section. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “30 sec.”, “60 sec.”, or “90 sec.” appears to make your selection.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. In order to ensure compass accuracy, the compass variance should be properly set according to the compass variance map zone that the vehicle is in. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the Instrument Panel. This is where the compass sensor is located.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To set the variance: with the ignition in the ON position, with a short button press (less than one seconds) press and release the EVIC button several times until you have displayed the Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) menu. Once in the Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) menu, press and release (less than one seconds) the EVIC button several times until “Compass Variance” is highlighted.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL calibration mode. The Cal indicator will come on continuously in the EVIC display to indicate that the compass is now in the calibration mode and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. (A short EVIC button press from the ⬙Calibrate Compass (Yes)⬙ screen will exit the EVIC Customer Programmable features, and return it to its normal operating mode).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile operation and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. REF Radio Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will be displayed. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will be displayed. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREB will be displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM,12 FM and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track, or return to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection. MUTE Button (CD Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers. SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. MSG or INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the MSG or INFO button for an RBDS station (one with call letters displayed).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types: Program Type No program type or undefined Adult Hits Alert Alert Classical Classic Rock College Country Emergency Test Foreign Language Information Jazz News 16 Digit-Character Display None Adult_Hits Alert Alert Classical Classic_Rock College Country Emergency Test Foreign_Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Roc
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. SET/DIR Button (Radio Mode) — To Set the Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET/DIR button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) CAUTION! NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection. MUTE Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the radio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and there are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD after a 2 minute timeout. If the CD is removed and there are no other CD’s in the radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙INSERT DISC” for 10 seconds. If no discs are inserted within 10 seconds “NO DISCS LOADED” will be displayed. On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play. files properly and may be unable to play the file normally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. Buttons 1 - 6 (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Selects disc positions 1 - 6 for Play/Load/Eject. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL writing⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times. MPEG Specification Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙EJECTING DISC⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing this button plays files randomly. SET/DIR Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, when playing an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structure. Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Press the TUNE control to select a folder.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com. Please have the following information available when activating your system: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Credit card information. 3. Your Vehicle Identification Number.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. These radios will also display the current station name and program type. For more information such as song title and artist press the MSG or INFO button. ESN/SID Access With Navigation Radios Please refer to your Navigation User’s Manual. A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked. Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888-5397474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblocking. Please have your ESN/SID information available. Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button memory. These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna. The luggage rack (if equipped), should also not be positioned directly above the antenna.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. CLIMATE CONTROLS 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Climate Controls The Climate Control System allows you to balance the temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the instrument panel, below the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere. The controls are as follows: Fan Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right from the OFF position. 267 Mode Control (Air Direction) The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions. Floor NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the fan switch is not in the A/C position. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control 269 Air Conditioning Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures. Use this button to engage the Air Conditioning.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Circulation Control Use this button to choose between outside air intake or recirculation of the air inside the vehicle. A lamp will illuminate when you are in recirculate mode. Only use the recirculate mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust and to cool the interior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or humid weather. NOTE: Continuous use of the recirculate mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the A/C, PANEL and blower controls. Direct the panel outlets toward the side windows. Do not use recirculate without A/C for long periods as fogging may occur.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 toward the side windows when the system is in either the FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors. REAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster The push-button is located at the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster, and the optional electric remote control heated mirrors.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! To avoid damaging the electrical conductors, do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the rear window. Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water. Rear Wiper/Washer Switch — If Equipped A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating the center of the switch forward to the ON position will activate the wiper.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (If Equipped) is shared. It is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 䡵 Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 284 ▫ Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System . . . . . . . 285 ▫ Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . 285 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Four Speed Automatic Transaxle . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ AutoStick General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 307 䡵 Manual Transaxle Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 䡵 Tires—General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 ▫ 2.4 Liter Turbo— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 ▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 䡵 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 ▫ 2.4L Standard Engine And 2.4L Standard Turbo Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .
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! NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of Park.
STARTING AND OPERATING started within 3 seconds, slightly depress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank. If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury. 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. After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up.
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 TURBOCHARGER ⴖCOOL DOWNⴖ CHART Driving Conditions Idle Time (in minutes) Before Shut Down Normal Driving Not required.
STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of Park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC positions. Always depress the brake pedal first, before moving the gear selector out of PARK. 285 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable.
STARTING AND OPERATING (N) will continue to operate. This second gear limp-in feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle. In the event that the problem has been momentary, the transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears. Stop the vehicle and shift into Park (P). Turn the Key to OFF then restart the engine. Shift into D and resume driving.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! 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 always shift the vehicle into P (Park), remove the key from the ignition, and apply the parking brake. Once the key is removed from the ignition, the transmission shift lever is locked in the P (Park) position, securing the vehicle against unwanted movement.
STARTING AND OPERATING “R” Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. “N” Neutral Engine may be started in this range. “D” Overdrive This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts and best fuel economy.
STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED Autostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers manual gear shifting capability to provide you with more control. Autostick allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING • You can start out in first, second, or third gear. Shifting into fourth gear can occur only after vehicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). • If the system detects a problem it will disable the Autostick mode and the transmission will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected. • The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION • Starting out in third gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 For most city driving you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear.
STARTING AND OPERATING 2.4 Liter Turbo— If Equipped the shifter lever all the way to the right to avoid accidentally selecting THIRD gear. Also, use care when selecting FIRST gear to avoid accidentally selecting REVERSE. When moving the shifter lever into REVERSE press the lever to the left until the resistance is overcome. When the ignition switch is in the ON position, a chime will sound to confirm that reverse has been selected and the backup lights will illuminate.
STARTING AND OPERATING TABLE 1-MANUAL TRANSAXLE NORMAL ACCELERATION AND CRUISE SHIFT SPEEDS IN mph (km/h) ENGINE MODE 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 SIZE Accel 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 2.4L Turbo Cruise 15 (24) 25 (40) 42 (68) 45 (72) 2.4L Accel 15 (24) 25 (40) 33 (53) 44 (70) NonTurbo Cruise 16 (26) 20 (32) 28 (45) 38 (61) For improved performance, your manual transaxle may be upshifted up to the maximum speeds listed in table 2 (within legal speed limits).
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is on. It does not show the degree of brake application. If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high an engine speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving, a chime will sound to alert the driver. The chime will sound up to 10 times or until the vehicle has returned to a stop.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The parking brake lever will not release unless the lever is pulled up slightly past its applied position. 295 an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade. You should always apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle.
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. However, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating.
STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped The Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. WARNING! Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.
STARTING AND OPERATING The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required. However, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
STARTING AND OPERATING • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop. These are all normal characteristics of ABS. WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur.
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 The system is always in the “ON” mode unless: • The TRAC OFF switch has been used to turn the system off; • There is a Anti-Lock Brake System malfunction; • There is a Traction Control System malfunction; • The system has been automatically deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake temperatures. Traction Control Switch A push-button at the center of the instrument panel, below the radio, turns the Traction Control System ON or OFF.
STARTING AND OPERATING This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF light. TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, ice, or snow, turn the Traction Control System Off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle free. NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 • 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 ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) —Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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. (i.e. 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. 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 307 Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar.
STARTING AND OPERATING Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the “Tire and Loading Information” placard and in the “Vehicle Loading” section of this manual.
STARTING AND OPERATING Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
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STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires 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: 311 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 1 mile (1 km) after a 3 hour period.
STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high speed vehicle operation. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. 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).
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at the first opportunity. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use spare tire warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling.
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced.
STARTING AND OPERATING Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and gasoline. • Driving style Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. TIRE CHAINS Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recommended. CAUTION! Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates, and tend to develop irregular wear patterns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS 2.4L Standard Engine and 2.4L Standard Turbo Engine Your vehicle is designed to meet all emission regulations and provide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended. The use of premium gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality regular gasolines, and in some circumstances, may result in poorer performance. 2.
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, engine performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recommends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available.
STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane number. Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT. Gasolines blended with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recommends using gasolines without MMT.
STARTING AND OPERATING overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance. • The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door reinforcement. • Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 CAUTION! CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. CAUTION! WARNING! A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properly tightened. If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the Malfunction Indicator Light will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled. WARNING! 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. WARNING! • Never add fuel when the engine is running. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled. 329 VEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Loading Capacities Front Seat Occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for package content.
STARTING AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) 2.4L N/A and 2.4L 20 Sq. Ft Turbo/Automatic* 2.4L N/A and 2.4L 20 Sq. Ft. Turbo/Manual* * N/A (Naturally Aspirated) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds. Note 1 – The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 CAUTION! WARNING! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your vehicle. • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h). Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel.
STARTING AND OPERATING • Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for Park. With a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse.
STARTING AND OPERATING Information section of this manual on Tread Wear Indicators for the proper inspection procedure. − When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Information section of this manual on Replacement Tires for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected. 7- Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing. − Highway Driving Reduce speed. Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If Equipped) − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more information.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, it may be towed with all four wheels on the ground, in a forward direction, at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the transaxle is in neutral.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 ▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists. 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle, when safe. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, refer to Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed behind the right rear side trim panel in the cargo area. 347 Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a hook/basket mechanism. To remove or stow the compact spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut. The nut is located under the rear scuff plate at the right rear of the cargo area, just inside the liftgate opening.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Removal Lift up the cover and fit the jack-handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the left until you can remove the swivel hook from the stowage basket. Swing the basket down to remove the compact spare tire. CAUTION! The hook is designed for use with the jack handle only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions 1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the stowage bag. NOTE: If equipped with a center cap that covers the wheel nuts, pry off the cap using the small end of the lug wrench. To reinstall the cap, make sure it is properly lined up before pushing it on to the wheel. 349 3. There are two front jacking locations on each side of the body and rear jacking locations located on the trailing arm bracket under the triangular cut out symbol.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right, using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 100 ft. lbs (135 N·m). If you doubt that you have tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station. 8. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is free. Stow the lug wrench, and jack in their designated location. Secure all parts using the means provided. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully. 1.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! 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. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water. A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.). Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES and First gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55km/h) when you are stuck. And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES more than 100 miles (160 km), the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels off the ground to avoid damage to the transaxle. Manual Transaxle Your vehicle may be towed if the gearshift lever is in NEUTRAL. If the transaxle is not operative, the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels off the ground. All Transaxles CAUTION! If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY position, not in the LOCK positions.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 357 CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL OVERRIDE If your vehicle is experiencing electrical failure (low battery, etc.) and it is necessary to raise the convertible top, perform the following steps: 1. Locate the convertible top motor bypass screw, which is found in the trunk under the convertible top storage area. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until the screw stops. This will relieve the hydraulic pressure and allow the convertible top to be raised manually. 6 Bleeder Screw 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Failure to tighten the bypass screw securely can cause convertible top operating concerns. Engaging Convertible Top 6. Raise the handle into the stowed position. 7. Close the convertible top motor bypass screw by turning the screw clockwise until it stops. Tighten the screw securely.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 䡵 2.4L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363 ▫ Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 372 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 364 ▫ Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 ▫ Ignition Wiring System . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 ▫ Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 ▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 ▫ Headlight Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . 410 ▫ Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights . . 409 䡵 Fluids And Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 ▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 409 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Tail/Stop, And Rear Turn Signal Lights . . . . . . 410 ▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 a ⬙clicking⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Overfilling the crankcase as indicated by an oil level above the “Max” mark on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage your engine. Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following list to decide if any apply to you. • Day and night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule “A”—NON TURBO in the maintenance schedule section of this manual. If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is equipped with a Turbo Charged Engine change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule “A”—TURBO in the maintenance schedule section of this manual. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used. Synthetic Engine Oils There are a number of engine oils being promoted as either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use such a product, use only those oils that are American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recommended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance schedule that describes your driving type.
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, see your authorized dealer for service.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for prolonged period. Engine Timing Belt Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE normal. The amount will depend on driving style. The air cleaner box should be cleaned out and a new make-upair filter element should be installed during the normal air filter maintenance procedure. WARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! 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. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Don’t use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. 377 WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning system.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compressor Oil, or Refrigerants.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body 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 2. Push the release tab shown in the illustration and slide the wiper blade assembly down along the arm. Gently place the wiper arm on the windshield. 3. Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place. Windshield Washer Reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have a competent technician inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position. • You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
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. If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles before replacement. To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points To Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. Suggested service intervals can be found in the Maintenance Section. brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be done whenever the brake system is serviced and at every engine oil change. fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking. You could have an accident. CAUTION! Brake Fluid Master Cylinder Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch system performance.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. 391 refer to 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. CAUTION! Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and of the fluid. Procedure For Checking Fluid Level To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level, the following procedure must be used: 5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Remove dipstick and note reading. If the fluid is hot, reading should be in the cross hatched area marked “HOT” between the upper two holes in the dipstick. 393 Fluid And Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows: Maintenance schedule “A”—Non Turbo Charged Engines – No change necessary.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion The most common causes are: Protection Of Body And Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective finish. prevent corrosion. Wash them with the same soap solution as the body of your vehicle. Rinse wheels thoroughly. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Oven cleaner • A car wash that uses carbide-tipped wheel cleaning brushes or acidic solutions. CAUTION! Many wheel cleaners contain acids that may harm the wheel surface. NOTE: Replacement costs for components damaged as a result of not following the recommended cleaning practices are considered the responsibility of the customer. Interior Care Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
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. Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 CAUTION! CAUTION! Avoid high pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips. Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches. Cleaners should not contain silicones, organic solvents, petroleum distillates or plasticizers. always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before lowering it into the storage area.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cloth Top Additional Cleaning Procedure For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn stains, apply Mopar Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner (part number 05012245AA) to the complete stain, extending 2 inches (50 mm) beyond the stain. With a soft bristle brush, scrub in all directions over the stain. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the area with warm water. If the stain is still apparent, repeat the cleaning procedure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM) An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside of the cover.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse 10 20 Amp Yellow CCN, Power Locks 11 15 Amp Lt Power Outlet Blue 12 20 Amp Yellow Ign Run/Acc Inverter 13 20 Amp Yellow Pwr run/Acc Outlet RR 14 10 Amp Red IOD CCN/ Interior Lighting 15 50 Amp RAD Fan Relay Red Battery Feed 16 15 Amp Lt. IGN Run/Acc Blue Cigar Ltr/ Sunroof 17 10 Amp Red IOD Feed CVT Mod/Mod_Wcm Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 18 40 Amp Green 19 20 Amp Yelow 20 21 15 Amp Lt.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 26 15 Amp Lt.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the Integrated Power Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure. • 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Inside Bulb No. Center Console Floor Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T37 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6233137 Console Gear Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC194 Dome Light (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T579 Dome Light / Sport Bar Lights (convertible) . . . . T904 Instrument Cluster Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Overhead Reading Light (Overhead Console) . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight Bulb Replacement CAUTION! Do not touch the new headlight bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. 1. Remove the headlight access cover splash shield, located in the front wheel well opening. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Rotate the socket to the left one quarter turn and replace the bulb.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights Front Fog Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the headlight access cover splash shield, located in the front wheel well opening. 1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash shield to gain access to the fog light. 2. Rotate the socket to the left one quarter turn to replace and replace the bulb. 2. Twist and remove the bulb from the fog light housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail/Stop, and Rear Turn Signal Lights 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace. 1. Remove the screw attaching the tail light housing and remove the housing from the vehicle. Back Up Light Bulb 2. Twist the bulb socket 1/4 turn to remove it from the housing. 1. To remove the back up lamp housing from the rear fascia, carefully pry out on the outboard side of the housing. 2. Remove the socket from the housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil-With Filter 2.4 Liter Engines (Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil. Cooling System * 2.4 Liter Engines (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Miles Formula), or equivalent. * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. U.S. 15 Gallons Metric 56.7 Liters 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters 6.5 qts 6.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Fuel Selection Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Non Turbo—Mopar 4105409AB or equiv.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Fluid. Manual Transmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS M A I N T E N A N C E 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 416 ▫ Schedule “A”—Non Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 ▫ Schedule “A”—Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 C ▫ Schedule “B”—All Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 416 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 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).†〫 • Off-road or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first, and follow schedule “B—All Engines” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.
M 418 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I At Each Stop for Fuel N T • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully E warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while N A the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuN racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the C level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. E S C H E D U L E S 8 • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES Follow schedule “B”—All Engines 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 (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫. Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000 miles (80 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an †.
M A I N T E N A N C E 420 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow schedule “B—All Engines” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual. If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is equipped with a Non–Turbo Charged Engine then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule “A”—NON TURBO in the maintenance schedS ule section of this manual.
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary.* Inspect the Make-up air filter, replace as necessary.
M 422 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension.
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES Miles ( Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for trailer towing. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary.* Change the manual transaxle fluid.† Inspect the Make-up air filter. Replace as necessary.
M 424 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES A I N Miles T ( Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed. * ‡ Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension.
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES 425 M Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not reX X X X X X placed at 3 months. Rotate tires. X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace as X necessary.* Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X Replace the spark plugs. X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary.
M 426 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not reA placed at 3 months. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for trailer towing. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace as necessary.* Change the manual transaxle fluid.† Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. Inspect the Make-up air filter, replace as necessary.
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. * Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter.〫 Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. *‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 428 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced. † This maintenance is required only for police, taxi, limousine type operation, or trailer towing. 〫 This maintenance is required only for police, taxi, limousine type operation, or trailer towing.
SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO 429 M SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO Miles (Kilometers ) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Replace the Make-up air filter.
M 430 SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months, if not done at 102,000 miles. Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension.
SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed. * ‡ Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension. Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months.
M 432 SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. * ‡ S C H E D U L E S 8 108,000 (180 000) [108] X X Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the engine timing belt. * Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 102,000 miles. Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. Replace the Make-up air filter.
SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO 433 M SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension.
M 434 SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 100,000 miles.
SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed. * ‡ Replace the Make-up air filter. Adjust the generator drive belt tension.
M 436 SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Adjust the generator drive belt tension. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed. * ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months. Replace the Make-up air filter.
SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO Miles (Kilometers) [Month] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the PCV Valve and replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 䡵 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 technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. 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 YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOPAR姞 PARTS Mopar威 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 NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals. (No P.O. Boxes). • Service Manuals.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories established by the National highway Traffic Safety Administration.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 384 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187,275 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 374 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Back-Up Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . 30,35 Belts, Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Belts, Engine . . . . .
INDEX Caution, Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240,248 CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance . . . . . . . . 265 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136,266 Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384,386 Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 Crankcase Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . . 374 Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) . . 41 Emergency, In Case of Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . 40 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 365,416 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362,363 Break-In Recommendations . . .
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . 412 Fog Light Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183,227 Folding Front Passenger Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Gauges Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Gearshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Instrument Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Integrated Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183,227,409 Front Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Maintenance Schedule Schedule “A”-Non Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429 Schedule “A”-Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Schedule “B”-All Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 224,365 Manual Override, Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . 132,357 Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370,411 Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 Oil Pressure Light . .
INDEX Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,89 Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53,87 Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . 194,198,232 Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,34,194,198 Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Seat Belt Maintenance . . .
INDEX Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,37 Sentry Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . 222,345 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . 76,109 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . . . 307 Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188,300 Traction Control Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188,300 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Hitches . . . . . . .
INDEX Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . Universal Transmitter . . . . . . . Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ............. ............. ............. ............ . 445 . 192 . 322 52,86 Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Vehicle Loading . .
