2008 Grand Cherokee SRT8 2008 OWNER’ S MANUAL 81-326-0853 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE .............................................................3 1 1 INTRODUCTION 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 m Rollover Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 m How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 m Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 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.
INTRODUCTION 5 Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
6 INTRODUCTION
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.
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 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 m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 m Security Alarm System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ To Set The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ FOB With Integrated Key (FOBIK) . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 m Illuminated Entry .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . .23 m Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions . . . . .37 m Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE m Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .66 m Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 ▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double-sided integrated key into the ignition switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three of which are detented and one spring-loaded.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Fob with Integrated Key (FOBIK) The Fob with Integrated Key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the Fob. 2 The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead. You can keep the valet key with you when valet parking.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Key Removal Place the selector lever in “P” (Park). Turn the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. NOTE: • If you try to remove the key before you place the selector lever in “P” (Park), it may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two (2) seconds. If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE location. This number is required for dealer replacement of Fobs. Duplication of Fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Fob is one, which has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle Fobs with you to the dealer.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the systems memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the door lock plunger located on the inside of the doors or with the driver’s door key lock cylinder, will not set the alarm. To Disarm the System To disarm the system, use the remote keyless entry transmitter. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Inserting the Fob with Integrated Key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on that transmitter; however, the buttons on the remaining transmitters will continue to work. Shifting the vehicle out of “P” (Park) disables all transmitter buttons for all Fobs. To Unlock the Doors Press and release the “Unlock” button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all doors.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Key Lock,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual for details. To Release the Liftgate Flipper Glass Press the “Flipper Glass/Trunk Release” button on the transmitter two times to release the flipper glass. WARNING! Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • You may need to be less than 23 feet (7 meters) from the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the panic alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system. 1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear of the FOBIK. Insert a small, flat bladed screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the access door. Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to SENTRY KEY “Customer Key (Fob) Programming.
24 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 a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery opening and snap into place. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remote start your vehicle, press the “Remote Start” button on the key fob twice within three seconds. To indicate that the vehicle is about to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly (if programmed). To turn the horn on or off, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center/Customer Programmable Features/Sound Horn With Lock?” in Section 4 of this manual. 25 Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: DOOR LOCKS • If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on each front door panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. 27 If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock. The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE N (Neutral). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer Programmable Features” in Section 4 of this manual or see your authorized dealer. Child Protection Door Lock The rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with child protection locks. If you push up on the lever on the open edge of the door it cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle. Push the lever down to disengage the child protection locks.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. 2 Power Window Switches The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the “Auto Down” movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. To stop the window from going all the way down during the auto-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. To open the window part way, press to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Resetting the Auto-Up Feature Should the Auto-Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto-Up: 2 Pull the window switch up and close the window completely, then pull and hold the switch for 1 second. Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window controls on the other doors, press the window lockout button.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. LIFTGATE To open the liftgate, pull up (squeeze) on the handle and lift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 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. Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open. NOTE: If a power malfunction to the power liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity. 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 injuries, including fatalities, if you are not properly buckled up.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle have combination lap/shoulder belts. 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 you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 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 your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
38 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.” 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 portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESS on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully. WARNING! Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically prelocked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual. • Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) 45 This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger side airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with window bags to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. They are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS/AIRBAG. WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags. The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint. See “Child Restraint” in this section. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate. 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Control Module • Airbag Warning Light • Driver Airbag • Passenger Airbag • Side Curtain Airbags above Side Windows • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Interconnecting Wiring • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors 49 • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner How The Airbag System Works • The Occupant Re
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the ORC turns on the “Airbag Warning Light” for 6 to 8 seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self-check, the “Airbag Warning Light” will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the “Airbag Warning Light” either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags are designed to activate only in certain side or rollover collisions. When the ORC (with side impact option) detects a collision requiring the side curtain airbag to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. • As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat.
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. Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle body structure.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to record up to 5-seconds of specific vehicle data parameters (see the following list) in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment, and up to a quarter second of high-speed deceleration data during and/or after air bag deployment or neardeployment.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data that does not 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.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Cruise control status • Traction/stability control status • Tire pressure monitoring system status Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time — 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Child Restraints • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and “convertible” child seats. • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg).
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips for 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. The manufacturer also recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it. • The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belt-positioning booster seat. The child and beltpositioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces. Tether Strap Mounting Latch Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. For seat belts having an automatic locking retractor, pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then, pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retractor.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Tether Strap Mounting Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for a extended period. If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with engine running for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature . . . . . . . . . . .75 ▫ Driver’s And Front Passenger Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .76 ▫ Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors . . . . . .76 ▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . .
70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front Manual Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ Memory Position Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 ▫ Front Seat Adjustment — Recline . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ To Disable A Transmitter Linked To Memory . . 116 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment . . . . . . . 106 ▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 ▫ 8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 m To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ High Beam Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Headlight Time Delay . . . . . . . . . .
72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ TCS (Traction Control System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 m Rear Camera — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 ▫ BAS (Brake Assist System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ Turning The Rear Camera On . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 ▫ ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ Turning The Rear Camera Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 ▫ ESP (Electronic Stability Program) . . . . . . . . . 138 m Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 ▫ Front Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 m Power Sunroof — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 ▫ Rear Power Outlet — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 158 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 m Power Inverter — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 m Cup Holders . . . . . . . .
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light next to the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other objects.
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s and Front Passenger Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a outside automatic dimming mirrors, they will operate when the inside automatic dimming mirror is on. The outside mirrors operate off the inside mirror switch and will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare when the inside mirror does.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defrost. Lighted Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped To access a lighted vanity mirror, flip down one of the visors. 3 Lift the cover to reveal the mirror. The light will turn on automatically.
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnectt is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnectt allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., 9Call” { “Mike” {”Work9 or 9Dial” { “248-555-12129). Your cellular phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnectt system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped). Phone Button The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system (depending on the type of mirror and radio equipped), and either the radio or the mirror has the two control buttons (Phone Button and Voice Recognition Button) that will enable you to access the system.
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnectt system and to navigate through the UConnectt menu structure. Voice commands are required after most UConnectt system prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the beep, which follows the 9Ready9 prompt or another prompt.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say 9Cancel9 and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) UConnectt System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnectt system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. To complete the pairing process, you will need to reference your cellular phone owner’s manual.
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnectt 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 9Advanced Phone Connectivity9). Dial by Saying a Number • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Dial.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say 9John Doe,9 where John Doe is a previously stored name entry in the UConnectt phone book. Refer to 9Add Names to Your UConnectt Phonebook,9 to learn how to store a name in the phone book. • The UConnectt system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios.
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnectt system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phone book with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phone book accessible only in that language. Phonebook Download UConnectt allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth. To use this feature, press the “Phone” button and say “Phonebook Download.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phone book entry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the phone book entry that you are editing. After you are finished editing an entry in the phone book, you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu.
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the UConnectt system will ask you which designation you wish to delete, home, work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. • Note that only the phone book entry in the current language is deleted. Delete All Entries in the UConnectt Phonebook • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Phonebook Erase All.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnectt system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnectt system. Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have.
88 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 9Dial9 or 9Call9 followed by the phone number or phone book 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 9Toggling Between Calls.9 To combine two calls, refer to 9Conference 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. If the active call is terminated by the far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the “Phone” button until you hear a single beep. Redial • Press the “Phone” button to begin.
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnectT System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnectt system is using, • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 The UConnectt system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly. Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage details in the Warranty information booklet and on the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE service or automated customer service. Some services require immediate response selection, in some instances, that may be too quick for use of UConnectt system. When calling a number with your UConnectt 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 9Send.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 a{,9 you could press the “Voice Recognition” button and say 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt. status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnectt. The status is given for roaming, network signal strength, phone battery strength, etc. Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress. Once your call is answered, you will hear the audio. Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off) When you mute the UConnectt system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnectt system: • Press the “Voice Recognition” button. • Following the beep, say 9Mute.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup Phone Pairing.” • When prompted, say 9List Phones.9 • The UConnectt system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the “Voice Recognition” button and say “Select” or “Delete.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You can also press the “Voice Recognition” button anytime while the list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to delete. Things You Should Know About Your UConnectT System UConnectt Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the “Phone” button and say “UConnectt Tutorial.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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. • Performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnectt system. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
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102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all Voice Commands Alternate(s) Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing phonebook previous record again redial Voice Commands Alternate(s) pairing phone book 103 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call UConnectt Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. SEATS Front Manual Seat Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 WARNING! WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. • 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.
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver’s seat (all models) and on the left side of the passenger’s seat (if equipped). Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support. 8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat The driver’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat lower side trim.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. 3 NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not have an up/down adjustment. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear.
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE center of the instrument panel. After turning on the ignition, you can choose from High, Low, or Off heat settings. Amber LEDs on the side of each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two LEDs are illuminated for high, one for low, and none for off. 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. 109 Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats closest to the doors are heated.
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two LEDs are illuminated for high, one for low, and none for off. 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. When high-temperature heating is selected, the heaters provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation after heating is activated.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 60/40 Split Rear Seat To Lower Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be lowered to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room. 3 NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. 1. Pull the release strap (toward the front of the vehicle) to release. Rear Seat Release NOTE: Do not fold the rear seat down with the center seat belt buckled.
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To Raise Rear Seat Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage — Rear Seat Armrest (If Equipped) The rear seat may be equipped with a center storage armrest. 113 Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to access the storage bin.
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings. Your Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the “Unlock” button is pressed. Your vehicle may have been delivered with two Remote Keyless Entry transmitters.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 3. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and driver’s side view mirror to the desired positions. 9. Press and release the “Lock” button on one of the transmitters. 4. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired positions. 10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set). 11.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Position Recall NOTE: The vehicle must be in P (Park) to recall memory positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in P (Park), a message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). To recall the memory settings for driver one, press memory button number 1 on the driver’s door or the “Unlock” button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter linked to memory position 1.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To disable another transmitter linked to either memory position, repeat steps 1-5 for each transmitter. NOTE: Once programmed, all transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. Refer to Remote Linked to Memory under 9Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer Programmable Features9 in Section 4 for more information.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position. NOTE: The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to 9Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer Programmable Features9 in Section 4 for more information.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. 3 LIGHTS Multi-Function Control Lever The multi-function control lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior courtesy/dome lights, and optional fog lights.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned ON or when the headlight switch is turned to another position. Headlights and Parking 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. Turn to the third detent for “Auto” headlight operation (if equipped).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This system performs two functions. With the engine running and the multi-function control lever in the A (Auto) position, the headlights will turn on and off based on the surrounding light levels. Headlights On Automatically With Wipers If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights it also has this customer programmable feature.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate 1. Select “Auto Headlamp Low/High Beams? — Low/ High Beam.” Refer to “EVIC — Customer Programmable Features” in Section 4 of this manual. 2. Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the A (Auto) headlight position. 3. Push the multi-function control lever away from you (toward front of vehicle) to engage the high beam mode. NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 20 mph (32 km/h). To Deactivate 1.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 even when the doors and liftgate are open. While in the “Off” position the instrument panel lighting is at the lowest light level and may not be suitable for night driving. Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition switch has been turned to LOCK/ACC, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Proper aim and adjustments of the front fog lights should be made to prevent excessive glare for other drivers. Turn Signals Move the multi-function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE time. Refer to “EVIC- Customer Programmable Features” in Section 4 to turn this feature “On/Off” or set the time interval. pressing the front recessed area of the lens. To turn these lights off, press the recessed area of the lens a second time.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The front and rear wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever to select “Lo,” “Hi,” or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent windshield wiper speeds. Refer to “Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System” in this section. For information on the rear wiper and washer, refer to “Rear Window Features” in this section.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles, then turn off. WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers—If Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multi-function lever to one of five settings to activate this feature. The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multi-function lever.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is first turned ON, the rain sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside temperature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. A message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”).
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system OFF, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The CRUISE indicator will turn off. The system should be turned OFF when not in use. 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 To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push the “RESUME ACCEL” lever up and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). To Vary The Speed Setting When the speed control is ON, speed can be increased by pushing up and holding “RESUME ACCEL”. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set. Tapping “RESUME ACCEL” once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed increase.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. 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 WARNING! ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BAS (Brake Assist System) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the 9ESP OFF” switch. This will restore the normal “ESP On” mode of operation. ESP OFF Switch NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “ESP Partial Off” mode by pressing the “ESP OFF” switch.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE flash, the engine power may be reduced and you may feel the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is disabled when the ESP system is in the Partial Off mode. WARNING! If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation. REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM— IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle when backing up.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist Warning Display The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle. 143 When the ignition is changed to the ON position, the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for about 1 second. Each side of the warning display has 6 yellow and 2 red LEDs.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED 1st LED 2nd LED 3rd LED 4th LED 5th LED 6th LED 7th LED 8th LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 59 in. (150 cm) 51 in. (130 cm) 45 in. (115 cm) 31.5 in. (80 cm) 39 in. (100 cm) 25.5 in. (65 cm) 33.5 in. (85 cm) 20 in. (50 cm) 28 in. (70 cm) 16 in. (40 cm) 20 in. (50 cm) 6 in. (15 cm) 12 in. (30 cm) NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System The Rear Park Assist System can be enabled and disabled with a switch located on the upper switch bank of the instrument panel. 145 When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the 9PARK ASSIST DISABLED9 message. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning the Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Select “ON” at the “Rear Camera” screen. Highlight “DONE” and press ENTER. The rear camera is now enabled. 3. When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the CAUTION screen will appear, followed by an image of the rear of the vehicle. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLinkt), storage for sunglasses, and optional power sunroof switches. 4.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second time to turn the lights off. The lights also turn on when a front door or rear door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 WARNING! WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLinkt for more efficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage while training. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (3–8 cm) from the HomeLinkt buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 NOTE: After training a HomeLinkt channel, if the garage door does not operate with HomeLinkt and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have rolling code. If so, proceed to the heading “Programming A Rolling Code System.” 3 5. PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button.
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLinkt button twice (holding the button for 2 seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for 2 seconds) to complete the training. If you are have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink.” earlier in this section. Using HomeLinkT To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLinkt button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLinkt, here are some of the most common solutions: • Replace the battery in the original transmitter. • Press the Learn Button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for Rolling Code. • Did you unplug the device for training, and remember to plug it back in? If you are have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. 155 WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called Express Open. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER OUTLETS Front Power Outlet To the left and right of the convenience tray (lower center of instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically powered accessories. Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet. Rear Power Outlet — If Equipped The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the left rear cargo area.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the power inverter switch (located on the upper switch bank) to turn the power on to the outlet. Press the switch again to turn the power off. inverter status indicator turns ON. The status indicator of the AC power inverter indicates whether the inverter is producing AC power. NOTE: Due to built in overload protection, the inverter will shut down if the power rating is exceeded.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUP HOLDERS In the center console there are two cup holders for the front seat passengers. 161 NOTE: The cup holder insert is removable, from the console, for cleaning. It can be reinstalled with the larger cup depression towards the passenger seat, but the top surface will not be flush with the console surface. The rear passengers have access to two cup holders that pull out from the lower center of the rear seat.
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light The cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate, opening any door, or by rotating the dimmer control on the multi-function control lever to the extreme top position. If all doors are closed and only the liftgate is open, pushing on the cargo light lens surface will turn off all interior lamps. Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Retractable Cargo Area Cover NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. 3 To cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the cover at the center handle. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover. 3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in place.
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do not store in the vehicle. Cargo Tie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on cargo area floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. WARNING! The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling.
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. Cargo Load Floor The panel in the load floor is reversible for added utility. One side is carpeted and the other side features a plastic lined tray which holds a variety of items.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straight up) to the top surface of the tray. 2. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are parallel to the slotted hole in tray. 167 pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position. 3 3. Lift tray over loop(s), and reposition tray. 4.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the liftgate flipper glass is open, connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade. When the liftgate flipper glass is closed, the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned OFF and ON to restart the rear wiper. Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS m Instrument Panel And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ System Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 m Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 m Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 m Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 ▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 m Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . .
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 197 ▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . . 205 m Sales Code RER — AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio With Navigation System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 215 ▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio . . . . . 215 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files . . . . . . . . 207 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 ▫ List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 ▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 ▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 ▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode . . . . . . 223 ▫ Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 — Air Outlet — Instrument Cluster — Radio — Glove Box 5 6 7 8 — — — — Upper Switch Bank Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter Storage Bin Power Outlet 9 — Lower Switch Bank 10 — Climate Controls 11 — Ignition Switch 12 — Storage Bin
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 2. Brake Warning Light The BRAKE warning light will come on when the ignition is first turned on, and stay on briefly as a bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb repaired promptly. If the light stays on longer, it may be an indication that the parking brake has not been released.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly. during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator. 9. Security Alarm System Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads high, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range.
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning Light/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light — If Equipped The ESP/BAS warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. The light should go out with the engine running. If the ESP/ BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19. Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection. 20. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 21. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running.
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Warning Light may turn on and off again, especially during and after hard braking, accelerations, or turns. This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank. Also, a single chime will sound. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display. It is located on the bottom of the tachometer in the instrument cluster.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: MENU Button Press and release the MENU button and the mode displayed will change between Trip Functions, Personal Settings, and System Status. FUNCTION SELECT Button Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to select the displayed function (YES (Y) or NO (N).
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • PROGRAMMING ACTIVE — NEW KEY PROGRAMMED • SERVICE SECURITY KEY • INVALID KEY — TRY ALTERNATE KEY • DRIVER/PASSENGER DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • LEFT/RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • X DOORS OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGATE OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGATE/DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGATE/DOORS OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGLASS OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD/DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD/DOORS OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGATE/HOOD OPEN (wit
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • AUTO HIGH BEAMS ON • AUTO HIGH BEAMS OFF • PARK ASSIST DISABLED • SERVICE SUSPENSION • SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM • TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP • LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL • WARNING! LIMIT SPEED • CHECK GASCAP • ESP OFF • IOD FUSE OUT • MEMORY #1 POSITIONS SET • MEMORY #2 POSITIONS SET 185 • MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — SEATBELT BUCKLED (with graphic) • MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — VEHICLE NOT IN PARK • DRIVER 1 MEMORY • DRIVER 2 MEMORY • ADJ.
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM System Only) • RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM System Only) Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of the following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: • Distance To Empty • Trip A • Trip B • Elapsed Time • Service Distance • Engine Oil Pressure • Engine Oil Temperature • Display Units of Measure in Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text display of 9LOW FUEL.9 This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the 9LOW FUEL9 text and a new DTE value will display. • Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for trip A since the last reset. • Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last reset.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature. Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. For the most accurate compass performance, the compass variance must be set using the following procedure: NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the right rear quarter window.
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Press and release the compass button to exit.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Auto Door Locks When Y (YES) is selected, all of the doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Y (YES)” or “N (NO)” appears. unlock button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button.
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL selected. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Y (YES)” or “N (NO)” appears. Headlamp Off Delay When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (NO)” appears. When N (NO) is selected, the system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation. Service Interval When this feature is selected a service interval between 2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (10 000 km) in 500 mile (800 km) increments may be selected. Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (10 000 km) in 500 mile (800 km) increments.
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” or “10 min.” appears. Illuminated Approach When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, kPa, or BAR. RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Display NOTE: Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions. Refer to “Tire Inflation Pressures” in Section 5 for additional information.
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound. Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 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.
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in 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 the SCAN button a second time. Phone Button (UConnect™ Hands Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hand Free Phone (UConnect™) feature (if equipped).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE control knob. Press the TUNE control knob to save time change. 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait 5 seconds. The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button and selecting the “SET HOME CLOCK” entry. Once in this display follow the above procedure, starting at step 2.
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the rotary TUNE control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones. allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type information. Press the rotary TUNE control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40 Weather 16 Digit-Character Display Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R&B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Soft Soft Rck Soft R&B Sports Talk Top 40 Weather 201 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name.
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection. Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu (If Equipped). • DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle between playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT button (If Equipped).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button will allow user to set the clock. Turn the TUNE control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the TUNE control knob again to save changes. • Player Defaults - Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll through the following items, and set defaults according to customer preference.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio DRC — If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to limit maximum audio dynamic range - The default is set to 9High,9 and under this setting, dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is 9Normal.9 Aspect Ratio — If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to choose between wide screen, pan scan, and letter box.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 push-button 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 display.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. LOAD Button — Loading Compact Disc(s) Press the LOAD button and the push-button with the corresponding number (1-6) where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. After the radio displays 9INSERT DISC,9 insert the CD into the player.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (CD MODE) Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing. TIME Button (CD MODE) Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner.
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator 9.9 and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator 9.9 and a 3-character extension) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Playback of MP3/WMA Files When a medium containing MP3/WMA 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/WMA files. MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency (kHz) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files). The folder list will time out after 5 seconds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. 211 Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (UConnect™) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™)” in Section 3 of this manual. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to “Satellite Radio” in this section. TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited DTS 9DTS9 and 9DTS 2.09 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Other special features include direct tune, music type selections, easy store presets, backup camera display for vehicles equipped with a backup camera, and on some models a dual display screen operation. Refer to your Radio Specific User’s Manual for detailed operating instructions. Clock Setting Procedure Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Equipped) Refer to your Radio Specific User’s Manual for detailed operating instructions. 3.
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected, this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “Daylight Savings.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page” is displayed to view additional time zones in the menu. 5. Touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. SALES CODE RER — AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Press the HOUR or MIN soft keys on the face of the radio. NOTE: When you are traveling and enter a new time zone, the clock must be reset manually for the new zone. 5. The time setting will change each time you press the HOUR or MIN soft key. Changing Daylight Savings Time 6. Press the SAVE soft key on the face of the radio. Changing the Time Zone 1. Press the Time soft key on the lower left side of the face of the radio. 2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF EQUIPPED • the iPodt battery charges when plugged into the UCI connector. NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ radios only with UConnect.™ For sales code REN touch screen radio, refer to the separate User’s Manual. Connecting the iPodT Device Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPodt to the vehicle’s UCI connector (which is located in the glove box on some vehicles.
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play Mode When switched to UCI mode the iPodt will be in Play mode. In this Play mode , you may use the following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the iPodt and display data: TUNE/SCROLL Knob Use the “TUNE/SCROLL” knob to go to the next or previous track. The “TUNE/SCROLL” knob functions similar to the scroll wheel on the iPodt mobile digital device. Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click while playing a track skips to the next track.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL previous track in the list, if you press this button at any other time in the current track it will go back to the beginning of the track. If the right (up) button is pressed during Play mode, it will go to the next track in the list. INFO Button Press the “INFO” button while a track is playing to see the information (Track Title, Artist, Album, etc.) for that track. Each press the “INFO” button will take you to the next screen of data for that track.
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the following buttons will take you to List mode. List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPodt device. During all List modes, the iPodt will display all lists in “wrap-around” mode. So if the track you wish to select is at the bottom of the list, you just turn the “TUNE/ SCROLL” knob backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL After pressing a preset button, you will see the list you are in on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. To exit the List mode without selecting a track, press the same preset button again to go back to Play mode. LIST Button Pressing the “LIST” button will take to the top level menu of the iPodt. This takes you to the same top level menu as on your iPodt.
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Please have the following information available when calling: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3 seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return to normal display). By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name. RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into push-button memory. You may add a second channel to each push-button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2.
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind the front seats.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. 227 The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will “Seek” down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left hand control CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The numbers on the temperature dial represent a comfort setting when the Mode knob is set to Auto, and not the actual air temperature. Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the right mode knob to AUTO, and place the blower control (left knob) to either LO AUTO or HI AUTO. The LO AUTO position should be used for front seat occupants only.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 The air conditioning in this system is automatic. Pressing this button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED to flash three times and remain off. This indicates that the system is in AUTO and requesting the air conditioning is not necessary. • To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain off until the engine warms up.
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL move your mode knob to panel, panel/floor or floor, then hit the Recirc button. This feature will reduce the possibility of window fogging. Control and Manual. This means the customer can override the blower, mode and disable automatic temperature control completely.
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234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Regardless of the type of operation, when a temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full counterclockwise position, the system will deliver full hot or full cold air out of the ducts, respectively. The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode knob to one of the following positions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console, and under the front seats to the rear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to block airflow. The center console outlets deliver conditioned air while the floor outlets deliver heated air. • Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Window Fogging Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases turning on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control, air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort. As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to direct air onto the windshield.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an automatic recirculation system. When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort. Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstructions.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ 5–Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 247 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 ▫ Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 ▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below 220°F Or 229°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 ▫ Rocking The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . .
240 STARTING AND OPERATING m Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 ▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 ▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 ▫ Alignment And Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . 262 m Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 m Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 m Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 ▫ Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 241 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
242 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition.
STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting The gear selector must be in the “N” (Neutral) or “P” (Park) position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. 243 Extremely Cold Weather (below 220°F or 229°C) To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your dealer) is recommended.
244 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails to Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way.
STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. 245 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into P (Park) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of R (Reverse) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
246 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Brake/Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of P (Park) and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON position. Always depress the brake pedal first, before moving the gear selector out of P (Park). 5. Move the shift lever into the N (Neutral) position. 6. The vehicle may then be started in N (Neutral).
248 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
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 apply the park brake, shift the transmission into P (Park), and remove the key from the ignition. 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.
250 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Traction Control (if equipped) should be turned OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” in Section 3 of this manual. The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective.
STARTING AND OPERATING Autostick Operation By placing the shift lever in the D (Drive) position the lever can be moved from side to side. This allows the driver to engage the AutoStick mode. Moving the shift lever to the right (+) or the left (-) will engage the Autostick mode. In normal driving mode (Boxed “D” displayed in the PRNDL), moving the shift lever to the right (+) will engage the Autostick mode putting the transmission in the currently engaged gear.
252 STARTING AND OPERATING When in the Autostick mode, as the engine RPM nears the engine maximum speed, an “UPSHIFT” message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of your instrument cluster. This message appears in order to alert the driver that the engine speed is approaching it’s maximum value and a upshift to the next gear is required. In the event that the driver does not upshift, the engine control system will automatically do it for the driver.
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will light. To release the parking brake, pull up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever completely. NOTE: The instrument cluster “Brake Warning Light” indicates only that the parking brake is applied. It does not indicate the degree of brake application.
254 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in P (Park). Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever.
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 WARNING! WARNING! Significant over or under inflation of tires can lead to loss of braking effectiveness. 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. The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low-speed selftest at about 12 mph (20 km/h).
256 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after-market radios or telephones.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, follow these tips: 257 • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while driving on slippery roads, in close-quarter maneuvering, parking or stopping. • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal.
258 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 259 • European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter 9P9 is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards.
260 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards (....blank....( = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) —Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 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).
262 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 263 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.
264 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 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 267 WARNING! 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. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) if the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” is illuminated. Vehicle handling and braking may be reduced. You could have an accident and be severely or fatally injured.
268 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Safety— WARNING! Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. • Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door, or the driver’s side “B” pillar. 269 check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped.
270 STARTING AND OPERATING Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING Radial-Ply Tires WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could cause an accident. Always use radial tires in sets of four. Never combine them with other types of tires. Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your dealer for radial tire repairs.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! All tires should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury. 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. 273 Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics.
274 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components. You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
STARTING AND OPERATING 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 ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Do not rotate the tires as the wider rear tires will not fit on the front of the vehicle.
276 STARTING AND OPERATING one or more Low Pressure messages (Left Front, Left Rear, Right Front, Right Rear) for 3 seconds, and a graphic display of the pressure value(s) with the low tire(s) flashing. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual. NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, kPa, or BAR.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, kPa, or BAR. 277 text message will not be present, and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios: 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3.
278 STARTING AND OPERATING any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recommends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC specifications if they are available. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol. MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emission system performance in some vehicles.
STARTING AND OPERATING • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to 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.
282 STARTING AND OPERATING • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 CAUTION! CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) to illuminate, due to fuel vapors escaping from the system. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
284 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 WARNING! • Never add fuel when the engine is running. 285 Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
286 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. (Note that GCWR ratings include a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for the presence of a driver). Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kind of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they’re commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized trailers. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars.
288 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System
STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your given drivetrain. 289 Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ Transmission 6.1L Automatic GCWR (Gross Combined Wt. Rating) 8,800 lbs (3 992 kg) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) 40 Sq. Ft. (3.72 square meters) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
STARTING AND OPERATING Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. 291 • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
292 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your vehicle. Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h). 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 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 in P (Park). Always, block or 9chock9 the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded.
294 STARTING AND OPERATING − When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Information” for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! 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. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If Equipped) − Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 m Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 m If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Your vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergency warning system. When you activate it, all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Use it when your vehicle is disabled on or near the road. It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle. This is an emergency warning system, not to be used when the vehicle is in motion. To activate the warning flashers, press the button on the upper switch bank.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transmission in N (Neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off.
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully. 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets which might make an unintended electrical contact. 2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles, place the transmission in P (Park), and turn the ignition OFF. 3. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical loads. 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery.
302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. WARNING! • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharge battery.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Engine Compartment – 6.1L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 307 ▫ Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 m Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 ▫ Windshield Washers — Front And Rear . . . . . 322 ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 ▫ Front Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 m Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ Front Fog Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 m Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . 353 ▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 ▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 6.
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.
308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A “CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the EVIC (Refer to Section 4 of this manual). Tighten the gas cap until a 9clicking9 sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. This message may be temporarily overridden by pressing either the C/T, STEP, or MENU buttons.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery replacement.
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station. If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Fill engine oil one quart at a time. CAUTION! Operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed the top of the safe zone may cause engine damage. 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 see if any apply to you. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). • Trailer towing. 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. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule B” in Section 8 of this manual. If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every interval shown on “Maintenance Schedule 9A.9 Refer to Section 8 of this manual.
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity SAE 0W-40 engine oil is preferred for use within the operating temperatures shown in the engine oil viscosity chart. SAE 5W-40 engine oil is also allowed. The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on the following recommendation and be within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil viscosity chart. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE At the mileage indicated on the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule,” all belts and tensioner should be checked for condition. Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure. Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, glazing, or frayed cords and replaced if there is indication of damage which could result in belt failure. Low generator belt tension can cause battery failure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting. Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary. See your local dealer for service. Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device.
318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyst overheating.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positive and negative (-) and identified on the battery case. Also, if a “fast charger” is used while battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to battery. Do not use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compressor Oil, or Refrigerants. 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts, and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
324 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 drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule,” 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.
326 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 (160 000 km) 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 The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. WARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. 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 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. • 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.
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full braking capacity in an emergency. Brake And Power Steering Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 should be replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the “FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. WARNING! Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system. Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. You could have an accident.
332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Do not allow a petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid, Seal damage may result. • Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling point than the recommended MOPAR DOT 3 product or a brake fluid that is unidentified as to FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not required. For this reason the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately.
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using Mopart Car Wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and tailgate must be kept clear and open. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner.
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE YES Essentialst Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped YES Essentialst seats may be cleaned in the following manner: • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean, dry towel. • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. • For tough stains, apply Mopart Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition. WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use Mopart Total Clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. FUSE PANEL Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red Spare (B+) 20 Amp Yellow 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow Description Htd Mirror (EBL) Cavity 10 Rr Pwr Out (B+) Rr HVAC (R/O) (Commander Only) Door Locks (B+) Steer Col Lock (B+) (ELV) Pwr Outlet (B+) 11 12 13 339 Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse 10 Amp Final Drive Control Red Module (FDCM), Heater Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), Switch Bank, Transfer Case Switch, O/H, Heater Ventilation,
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 14 15 16 17 19 20 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue Spare (R/S) 10 Amp Red Description Cigar Ltr (R/A) Tire Pressure Transducers (R/O) Steering Control Module (SCM), Diag.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Power Distribution Center Cav- Cartridge Mini Fuse Description ity Fuse 1 50 Amp PTC Heater 1 (Diesel Green Only) 341 Cav- Cartridge Mini Fuse Description ity Fuse 2 40 Amp HID Headlamps Green 3 50 Amp PTC Heater 2 (Diesel Green Only) 4 30 Amp Power Outlets Pink 5 50 Amp PTC Heater 3 (Diesel Red Only) 6 30 Amp Cig Lighter, Trail Tow Pink Batt 7 40 Amp Power Liftgate (ComGreen mander Only) 8 40 Amp Starter, JB Power Green 9 — Spare 10
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Cartridge Mini Fuse Description ity Fuse 11 40 Amp HVAC Blower Green 12 30 Amp Rear Wiper, Ign R/O Pink 13 40 Amp Rear Window DeGreen froster (EBL)/Heated Mirror 14 30 Amp Rear HVAC (If Pink Equipped) 15 — Spare 16 50 Amp ASD Red 17 30 Amp ABS Pump Pink 18 40 Amp Accessory Delay, Seats Green Cav- Cartridge Mini Fuse ity Fuse 19 40 Amp Green 20 — 21 20 Amp Yellow 22 20 Amp Yellow 23 25 Amp Natural 24 20 Amp Yellow 25 20 Amp Yellow 26 15 Amp Blue Description JB Power Spar
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Yellow 30 Amp Green 20 Amp Yellow — — 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow — 20 Amp Yellow Description HD Washer (If Equipped) ABS Valves Cavity 36 37 38 PCM Batt (Gasoline Only) Spare Spare Powertrain Control Module (Diesel Only) Final Drive Control Module (FDCM) E-Diff Spare Trail-Tow Mod (BUX Only) 39 40 41 42 43 44 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 25 Amp Natural — — 25 Amp Natural
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cavity 9 10 12 13 14 Integrated Power Module Cavity 8 Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse 10 Amp Lt Park Lamps Red 15 16 17 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow Description Trailer-Tow Park Lamps Rt Park Lamps Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #4 Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #2 Adjustable Pedal Ft Fog Lamps Horn Rear Wiper
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 18 19 20 21 22 23 27 28 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 30 Amp Pink 50 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow Description Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #1 Lt Trailer-Tow Stop/ Turn Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #3 Rt Trailer-Tow Stop/ Turn Final Drive Control Module (FDCM) MOD Radiator Fan Ignition Off Draw (IOD) #1 Ignition Off Draw (IOD) #2 Cavity 29 30 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 345 Description Occ
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Lights Bulb Type Glove Box Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Grab Handle Light . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If Equipped The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn the low or high beam bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Turn Signal 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn the turn signal bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 349 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Light Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle. 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Turn the front fog light bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 2. Remove the two Torx fasteners. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing. 351 Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL. 7 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the light assembly. 2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL.
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, API Certified) Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (Mopart Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. U.S. 21 Gallons Metric 79 Liters 7 Qts 6.6 Liters 14.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil (6.1L Engine) Oil Filter (6.1L Engine) Spark Plugs Fuel Selection (6.
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Axle Differential (Front-Rear) Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopart NV146 Transfer Case Fluid or equivalent. Usage of other fluid/ lubricants is NOT recommended. Mopart Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) or equivalent. Mopart DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS M A I N T E N A N C E m Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 356 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 m Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule “B.” NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance recommendations in “Maintenance Schedule B.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect brake hoses.
SCHEDULE “B” Schedule “B” Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C) • Stop and go driving • Excessive engine idling • Driving in dusty conditions • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.
M 360 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necE essary. S C H E D U L E S 8 Drain and refill the front and rear axles. Inspect the brake linings.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Drain and refill the front and rear axles. Inspect the brake linings. Drain the transfer case and refill.
M 362 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necE essary. S C H E D U L E S 8 Drain and refill the front and rear axles. Inspect the brake linings.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Inspect drive belt, replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axles. Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid, and replace filter. Flush and replace engine coolant/anti-freeze.
M 364 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necE essary. S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid.
M 366 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necE essary. S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid. Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze, if not done at 60 months.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid.
M 368 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid, A and replace filter. N C Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. E Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze at 120 S C H E D U L E S 8 108,000 (180 000) 111,000 (185 000) 114,000 (190 000) 117,000 (195 000) 120,000 (200 000) X X X months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
SCHEDULE “A” 369 M Schedule “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings. Drain the transfer case and refill.
M 370 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the brake linings.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary. Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze at 60 months. Inspect the brake linings. Drain the transfer case and refill.
M 372 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necE essary. S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Inspect the brake linings. Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze if not replaced at 60 months. Drain the transfer case and refill.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.L Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Inspect the brake linings. Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze if not done at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Drain the transfer case and refill. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
M 374 SCHEDULE “A” A I N WARNING! T E You can be badly injured working on or around a N motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which A N you have the proper equipment. If you have any C doubt about your ability to perform a service job, E take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 m Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 m Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
376 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.
378 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 WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S.
380 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http:// www.safercar.gov. In Canada: If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computercontrolled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driveability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. • Owner’s Manuals.
382 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories established by the National highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car. All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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386 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 175,254 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 326 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . .
INDEX Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 23 Saving Feature (Protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Belts, Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Body Mechanism Lubrication .
388 INDEX Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67,68 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56,57,61,63 Child Restraint Tether Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60,61 Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Clean Air Gasoline . . . . .
INDEX Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68,234 Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Dipsticks Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . .
390 INDEX Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Compartment Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Fluid Level Checks Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . .
392 INDEX Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18,24,104,278 Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122,125 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . . . .
394 INDEX Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119,124 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141,176,180 Electronic Throttle Control Warning . . . . . . . . . 181 Fog . . . . .
INDEX Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Load Floor, Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Loading Vehicle Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
396 INDEX MP3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Navigation Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Pets, Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Phone, Cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . . 263 Polishing and Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
398 INDEX Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Rear Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Reclining Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . .
INDEX Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56,63 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67,337 Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
400 INDEX Sound Systems (Radio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Engine Fails to Start . .
INDEX Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68,267,382 Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Inflation Pressures . . . . . .
402 INDEX Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247,333 Range Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 148 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126,322 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Waxing and Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Wheel Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2008 Grand Cherokee SRT8 2008 OWNER’ S MANUAL 81-326-0853 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
