Chrysler 2005 Pacifica Manuel d'utilisateur

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock” ...23▫ General Information ...23▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...24䡵 Vehicle

100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1013

SEATS10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If EquippedThe driver’s power seat switches are located on thedriver’s front door trim panel. The bottom switch con-

WARNING!Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat cou

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push downon the head

Heated Seats — If EquippedThis feature heats the driver, front passenger and secondrow seats. The controls for the front heated seats arelocated on th

The controls for the second row heated seats are locatedon the center console between the seats. Press the switchonce to select a heat setting (high o

Second Row Manual Seat Recliner — If EquippedThe recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side ofthe seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lif

WARNING!Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under t

WARNING!Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The seat belt might not be properly

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYou can insert the double sided keys into the locks witheither side up.The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode

CAUTION!Be sure there is nothing in front of the second rowseat cushion before folding it down. Damage to theseat may occur.Second Row Fold & Tumb

5. Pull up on the release handle labeled “2” and liftfirmly to tumble the seat fully forward. If the seatcontacts the rear of the front seat, move the

To fold and tumble the seat forward, follow these steps:1. Pull up on the seatback release handle “1” located onthe back of the seat to fold the seatb

Third Row Seating — If EquippedThe third row seats may be used with either or bothseatbacks folded forward for additional storage space.To fold the se

WARNING!• Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same.Head restraints from one seating position should notbe removed and installed in any oth

NOTE: Be sure to reattach the strap to secure the loadfloor panel when not in use.Plastic Grocery Bag RetainerRetainer hooks which will hold plastic g

DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDIf your vehicle is equipped with memory systems, yourremote keyless entry transmitter or memory seat buttonson the d

Your vehicle has been delivered with two remote keylessentry transmitters. One or both transmitters can be linkedto either memory position. Up to eigh

Repeat the above steps for the second position using theother driver’s door numbered button and Remote Key-less Entry Transmitter.Each time the SET (S

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be released. First pullthe hood release lever located under the left side of theinstrumen

NOTE: The power window switches, radio, powersunroof, and power outlets will remain active for up to 45seconds after the ignition switch has been turn

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 15cm (6 inches) and then drop it. This shou

NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch ispressed a second time, so be sure they have been turnedoff before leaving the vehicle.Interior Ligh

Multi-Function LeverThe Multi-Function Lever controls the operation of theheadlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beamselection, instrumen

Dome Light PositionRotate the dimmer control completelyupward to the second detent to turnon the interior lights. The interiorlights will remain on wh

NOTE: The engine must be running before the head-lights will come ON in the Automatic mode.Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)The high beam headlight

NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head-lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights willturn off the fog lights.Turn SignalsMove t

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe wipers and washers are operated by a switchon the control lever. The lever is located on theright side of the steerin

Windshield Wiper OperationRotate the end of the lever to the second detent for Lowspeed wiper operation, or to the third detent for Highspeed operatio

Rotating the center of the switch up to the DEL (Delay)position or the ON position will activate the rear wiper.Push the lever forward to initiate the

TILT STEERING COLUMNTo tilt the column, pull the lever, located behind the turnsignal control, toward you and move the steering wheelup or down, as de

chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys thathave been programmed to the vehicle can be used to startand operate the vehicle.The Sentry Key Im

TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPEDThe traction control Indicator, located in the instrumentcluster, will light up when the Traction Control is in u

•The Traction Control system will make buzzing orclicking sounds when in operation.REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThis system is used to help dr

WARNING!Drivers must be careful when backing up even whenusing the Rear Park Assist System. Always checkcarefully behind your vehicle, look behind you

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPEDThis feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedalsto move toward or away from the driver to provideimproved posi

•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 messagew

To Activate:Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi-cator located near the instrument cluster odometer willilluminate showing the electronic

To Deactivate:A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the “CANCEL”button or normal braking while slowing the vehicle willdeactivate the speed control w

Four speed automatic transmissions will experience adownshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descend-ing downhill. This downshift to 3rd gear is

Courtesy/Reading LightsAt the forward end of the console are two courtesy/reading lights.Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second timeto

WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to people andpets in the path of the door. People or pets could beseriously or fatally injured. Only use

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle havebeen programmed to the vehicle electronics.Replacement KeysNOTE: Only keys that have been programme

1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons, andrelease only when the indicator light begins to flash orthe EVIC display shows “Channels Cleared”

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can ca

NOTE: If the EVIC display shows “Did Not Train”repeat steps 2–4.5. Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button andobserve the indicator light or t

8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for twoseconds and release the programmed HomeLink button.Repeat the ⴖpress/hold/releaseⴖ sequence a s

Using HomeLinkTo operate, simply press and release the programmedHomeLink button. Activation will now occur for thetrained device (i.e. garage door op

SecurityIf you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequenciesby following the “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” instruc-tions in this section.This devic

Press and hold the “OPEN” button rearward to fullyopen the sunroof. The sunroof can be stopped at anyposition between closed and full open. Momentaril

To close the sunroof, press and hold the “CLOSE” buttonforward. Again, any release of the button will stop themovement and the sunroof will remain in

Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit

A third outlet is located on the back of the front centerconsole near the floor, and is also controlled by theignition switch.A fourth outlet is locat

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch andturn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10seconds a single chime will sound. The

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCAUTION!• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power fromthe vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e

Second Row Seat CupholdersOn vehicles equipped with five passenger seating thesecond row seat cupholders are located in middle of theseatback armrest.

Rear Cargo Storage Bin — If EquippedThe storage bin is located in the floor of the rear cargoarea. To open lift up on the handle.Retractable Cargo Are

WARNING!In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehiclecould cause injury. It could fly around in a suddenstop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do

WARNING!•Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for achild seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli-sion a hook could pull loose and allow the

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPEDThe crossbars and siderails are designed to carry theweight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. Theload must not

NOTE: To reduce the amount of wind noise when thecross bars are not in use, move both cross bars next toeach other towards the rear of the vehicle in

WARNING!Cargo must be securely tied before driving yourvehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off thevehicle, particularly at high speeds, resultin

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls ...162䡵 Base Instrument Cluster ...163䡵 Premium Ins

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksLock the doors by pushing up on the lock knob on eachdoor trim panel.If the lock knob is up when you shut the door, the doo

▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode ForMP3 Audio Play) ...192䡵 Sales Code RBP—AM & FM Stereo Radio WithCassette Tape Player, CD

▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button(If Equipped) ...216▫ PTY Button ⬙Scan⬙ ...217▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ ...

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1634

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Voltage LightThis light monitors the electrical system voltage.The light should turn on momentarily as theengine is

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call a service center

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, itindicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake systemis not functioning and that service i

WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It willtake longer to stop the vehicle. You

•The system has been deactivated to prevent damageto the brake system due to overheated brake tem-peratures.NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Contr

Power Door LocksA power door lock switch is on each front door trimpanel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.If you press the power door lock

replacement, be sure to keep a record of the readingbefore and after the service so that the correct mileage canbe determined.The two trip odometers s

The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you toserious conditions that could lead to immediate loss ofpower or severe catalytic converter dama

21. Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light — IfEquippedThis light will turn on when there is a Low tirepressure condition. The light will remain onuntil

22. Airbag LightThis light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8seconds as a bulb check when the ignitionswitch is first turned ON. If the light is not o

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPEDThe Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) con-sists of the following:•Vehicle informat

•SET INHIBITED DUE TO MOTION (with a singlechime)•FOB LINKED (with a single chime)•FOB UNLINKED (with a single chime)•PARK BRAKE ENGAGED (with a singl

•CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINING (with a singlechime)•CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINED (with a single chime)•CLEARING CHANNELS•CHANNELS CLEARED•CHANNELS DEFAULT

Park Assist System? ON/OFFWhen this feature is selected the system scans for objectsbehind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rearbumper. O

keyless entry unlock button. Pressing the STEP buttonwhen in this display will select DRIVER’S DOOR 1ST orALL DOORS.Remote Linked To Memory? (Availabl

turn off when the wipers are turned off if they wereturned on in this way. Pressing the STEP button when inthis display will select “Yes” or “No.”NOTE

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignitionswitch.2. Cycle the ignition switch ON/OFF four times endingin the OFF position. (do not start the

driver can more easily exit the vehicle. The seat willreturn to the memorized seat location (if REMOTE LINKTO MEMORY is set to YES) when the remote ke

Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between mag

To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and setthe display to Compass. Press the RESET button forapproximately 5 seconds but no more than 10

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCKThe clock and radio each use the display panel built intothe radio. A digital readout shows the time in hours andminutes whene

Radio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume.NOTE: Power

Program Type Radio DisplayRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy p

TuningPress the TUNE control up or down to increase ordecrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button,the radio will continue to tune until y

You may add a second station to each push-button byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET button twice and SET 2 will show in

Inserting The Compact DiscCAUTION!This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12cm)discs only. The use of other sized discs may damagethe CD player me

RND — Random PlayPress the RND button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random o

4. A single chime will sound to signify that you havesuccessfully completed the programming.The Auto Unlock On Exit feature is enabled when yourvehicl

When reading discs recorded using formats other thanISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to readfiles properly and may be unable to play t

MPEG Specifi-cationSampling Fre-quency (kHz)Bit rate (kbps)MPEG-1 AudioLayer 348, 44.1, 32320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128,112, 96, 80, 64,56, 48, 40, 32MP

Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 AudioPlay)SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File.Pressing the

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (IfEquipped)Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’sManual.Operating Instructions - Video Ent

Radio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control to the right to increase the volume.NOTE: Pow

Program Type Radio DisplayRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy p

ScanPress and release the SCAN button to search for the nextstation in either the AM or FM mode. The radio willpause for 5 seconds at each listenable

SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the“1–5” button you wish to lock onto this station and pressand release that button. If a button is

Tape Player OperationInsert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward theright and the mechanical action of the player will gentlypull the casset

Rewind — RWPress the RW button down momentarily to reverse thetape direction. The tape will rewind until the button ispressed again or until the begin

To activate the system, open the rear door and move thechild lock control, located near the door’s rear latch, tothe ON position.When the child lock s

CD Player OperationNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition and the volume control ON before the CD playerwill operate.Inserting The

FF/TUNE/RWPress FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse)button works in a similar manner.R

Disc Up/Program Button 1Press the DISC (button 1) button to play the next avail-able disc.Random Play — RND/Program Button 4Press the RND (button 4) b

6 DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (RDV) — IF EQUIPPEDThe Rear Seat Audio/Video System allows passengers tolisten to a CD or DVD from the 6 disc CD/DVD changerthro

To insert disc(s) into the changer, follow the instructionsshown:1. On vehicles equipped with the premium version,select and press any numbered button

•If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the DVD will automatically be pulled into theDVD changer and the display will show the ti

Remote Control Buttons1. Headphone Transmitter2. Menu Up/Next Track/Chapter3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind4. Return5. Setup6. Pause/Play7. Mute8. Display9. M

Remote Control Buttons17. Enter18. LightHeadphone Transmitter Button (1)After a disc is inserted into the DVD changer, both theheadphone transmitter b

PAUSE/PLAY Button (6)This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press thisbutton once to pause the video, press a second time toplay the video.MUTE

NEXT/PREV Buttons (2, 15)Press the up arrow or the NEXT button for the nextchapter or track on the disc. Press the down arrow orPREV button to return

To unlock the doors and liftgate:Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock alldoors a

Operating Instructions — Video ScreenPush up on the release button to lower the video screen.1. Screen Width ButtonChanges the width of the screen pic

Operating Instructions — Headphones1. Power Button2. Volume Control3. Power IndicatorVideo Screen ControlsHeadphone ControlsUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUM

Power ButtonPressing the power button will turn the headphonesON/OFF. An indicator light will illuminate on the head-phone earpiece to indicate the he

General InformationThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditio

NOTE: To operate a video game unit a DC to ACadapter may be required, plug the adapter into anypower outlet.Follow the manufactures instructions for t

ESN/SID Access With RBB, RAH and RBK RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position andthe radio OFF, press the Tape Eject or CD Eject (depe

•The current channel number will then be displayeduntil an action occurs.A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in theSatellite radio mode.Selecti

PTY Button ⴖSCANⴖWhen the desired program type is obtained, press the⬙SCAN⬙ button within five seconds. The radio will play 7seconds of the selected c

•Placing objects over or too close to the antenna cancause signal blockage.REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLSThe remote sound system controls are located on

The button in the center of the left hand switch has nofunction in this mode.CD PlayerPressing the top of the switch once will go to the nexttrack on

Customer Programmable Features of the “Electronic Ve-hicle Information Center (EVIC)” section or by followingthese steps.1. Press the LOCK button for

Electrical DisturbancesRadio waves may pick up electrical disturbances duringtransmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,and thus remain a par

5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewinda loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tapedrive gear and twist the pencil

RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONESUnder certain conditions, the cellular phone being On inyour vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance fromyou

To replace the navigation map DVD lift the storage bincover and liner in the rear cargo area, press the ejectbutton and the disc will eject. Gently in

second time the indicator light turns off, the blower willturn off and the system will be positioned in the recircu-lation mode.Blower ControlThe Blow

Mode ControlThe mode control allows you tochoose from several patterns of airdistribution.NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the systemallows yo

Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Eachof these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct theflow of air. Moving the air vane kn

NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of thepanel outlets and warmer air from the floor o

Air comes from the floor, defrost and side windowdemist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowyconditions. It allows you to stay comfortable wh

Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets selectedby the Mode Control. To turn off the air conditioning,press the A/C button a second time. The

to manually access the liftgate area. The liftgate willre-lock automatically within 10 seconds once the liftgateis closed.To Turn Off “Flash Lights On

•In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode maylead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculationmode is not allowed in the Mix and Defrost modes

•Press the recirculation button until the indicator lightremains lit.•The selection will be stored when the ignition switch isturned OFF or if the “PO

•The selection will be stored when the ignition switchis turned OFF or if the “POWER” button is pressed.If the recirculation indicator light is lit, t

To operate the system, press either the ⬙AUTO HI⬙ or⬙AUTO LO⬙ buttons. The system now automaticallyregulates the heating and air conditioning system i

This feature may be disabled using the following proce-dure:•Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto LObuttons for 5 seconds.•The “DELAY” symbo

Manual OperationThis system offers a full complement of manual overridefeatures. The indicator light in both the ⬙AUTO HI⬙ or⬙AUTO LO⬙ buttons will tu

Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Eachof these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct theflow of air. Moving the

Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets andfloor outlets. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the defrost and side w

Floor ModeAir comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air isdirected through the defrost and side window demisteroutlets.Mix ModeAir comes fr

Defrost ModeAir comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost yourwindshield and side windows. I

If your Remote Keyless Entry transmitter fails to operatefrom a normal distance, check for these two conditions.1. A weak battery in the transmitter.

Recirculation ControlWhen the outside air contains smoke, odors,high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desiredyou may wish to recirculate interior air

The recirculation control is now programmed so that therecirculation mode will not reset to the outside air modewhen the engine is restarted. The reci

Winter OperationTo insure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function-ing properly and the pr

A/C Air FilterThe climate control system filters out dust, pollen andsome odors from the air. Strong odors can not be totallyfiltered out. Refer to se

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ...248▫ Normal Starting ...248䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equi

▫ Tire Markings ...263▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...267▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...268䡵 Tires—Gene

▫ MMT In Gasoline ...288▫ Materials Added To Fuel ...289▫ Fuel System Cautions ...289▫ Carbon Monoxide W

STARTING PROCEDURESCAUTION!Long periods of engine idling, especially at highengine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera-tures which can damage

WARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictransmission cannot be started this way. Un-b

3. To reassemble the transmitter case, snap the twohalves together. Make sure there is an even “gap” be-tween the two halves. Test transmitter operati

the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key oncethe engine is running smoothly. Do not overspeed en-gine.If the engine shows no sign of start

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehi

Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemThis system prevents the key from being removed unlessthe shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shi

NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, it isrecommended that you visit a dealer at your earliestpossible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic

AUTOSTICKAutostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offersmanual gear shifting capability to provide you with morecontrol. Autostick allows y

•You can start out in first, second, or third gear. Shiftinginto fourth gear can occur only after vehicle speedreaches 15 mph (24 km/h).•The transmiss

CAUTION!All wheels must have the same size and type tires.Unequal tire sizes must not be used. Unequal tiresize may cause failure of the power transfe

When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parkingbrake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwisethe load on the transmission lockin

BRAKE SYSTEMIn the event power assist is lost for any reason (forexample, repeated brake applications with the engineoff), the brakes will still funct

WARNING!•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, norcan it increase braking or steering efficie

To disarm the system: Press the UNLOCK button on thekeyless entry transmitter. Also, using a valid sentry keyand moving the ignition switch to the ON/

When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), youmay also hear a slight clicking sound as well as somerelated motor noises. These noises are the sy

POWER STEERINGThe standard power steering system will give you goodvehicle response and increased ease of maneuverabilityin tight spaces. The system w

TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDThe Traction Control System reduces wheel slip andmaintains traction at the driving (front) wheels. Thesystem reduces wh

NOTE:•The Traction Control system will make buzzing orclicking sounds when in operation.•Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause thesystem to

•European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginnin

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white si

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure for pas-senger cars is listed on either the face of t

Tire and Loading Information PlacardThis placard tells you important information aboutthe:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) the

The alarm system will be activated when the battery isconnected if the system was previously armed. Theexterior lights will flash, the horn will sound

lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Thecombined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage andtrailer tongue weight (if applicable) should neve

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WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread

The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well asinspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at leastonce a month. Use a good quality poc

Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressurebuild up or your tire pressure will be to

Radial-Ply TiresWARNING!Combining radial ply tires with other types of tireson your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handlepoorly. The instability c

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compac

WARNING!The limited use spare tires are for emergency useonly. Installation of this limited use spare tire affectsvehicle handling. With this tire, do

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the treadgrooves and will appear as bands when the tread depthbecomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indica

NOTE:•In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, anemergency liftgate latch release can be used to openthe liftgate. The emergency liftgate

WARNING!• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than thatspecified for your vehicle. Some combinations ofunapproved tires and wheels may chang

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration

1,2,3, OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURELow tire pressure levels of 26 psi [1.79 bars] (179 kPa) orless detected in one or more tires.Inspect all tires for pr

CAUTION!The TPM system has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPM system pressureshave been established for the tire size equi

General InformationThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:•

CAUTION!To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the followingprecautions:• Because of restricted chain clearance between tires andother susp

Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than whatwas originally equipped with your vehicle and shouldnot be operated at sustained speeds over 75

FUEL REQUIREMENTSYour vehicle is designed to meet all emis-sions regulations and provide satisfactoryfuel economy and performance when us-ing high qua

Gasoline/Oxygenate BlendsSome fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen-ates are required in

Materials Added to FuelAll gasoline sold in the United States is required tocontain effective detergent additives. Use of additionaldetergents or othe

WARNING!During power operation, personal injury or cargodamage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path isclear. Make sure the liftgate is closed an

Carbon Monoxide WarningsWARNING!Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.Follow the precautions below to prevent carbonmonoxide poisoning:•Do n

CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting c

VEHICLE LOADINGThe load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in thecharts that follow. This information should be used forpassenger and luggage

WARNING!Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle,it is important that you do not exceed the maximumfront or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving

A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note thatneither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have beenexceeded.Example Only FrontAxleRear AxleEmpty

To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirementsand recommendations in this manual concerning ve-hicles used for trailer towing.Perform maintena

•Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compactspare tire.•Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailersize, stop lights and turn sig

MAXIMUM TRAILERWEIGHTTRAVEL CONDITION Trailer Frontal Area NotTo Exceed 40 SquareFeet (3.72 Square Meters)3.5/3.8L ENGINESMAX. COMBINEDWEIGHT OF VEHIC

WARNING!Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulicbrake lines can overload your brake system andcause it to fail. You might not have brakes

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ...300䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ...301䡵 Jacking And Tire Chang

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual ... 4䡵 Warnings And Cautions ...

•If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructionswithin the same cycle, the system will automaticallystop and must be opened or closed manually.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe hazard flasher switch is located in the center of theinstrument panel above the center air outlets.To engage the Hazard Warn

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATSIn any of the following situations, you can reduce thepotential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-tion.•On the high

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call a service center

Jack LocationFive Passenger SeatingThe jack and jack-handle are stowed in the rear storagebin located behind the second row bench seat. Pull up onthe

Six Passenger SeatingThe jack and jack-handle are stowed in the rear storagebin located in the rear cargo floor. Pull up on the storagebin cover and l

Spare Tire RemovalFit the jack-handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut tothe left until the spare is on the ground with enough slackcable to allow y

WARNING!Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of thevehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough offthe road to avoid the danger of being hi

5. These locations are on the sill flange on the undersideof the body. The jack is to be located, engaging theflanges, 20 cm (8 inches) inward from th

7. Remove the wheel lug nuts, for vehicles with wheelcovers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do notpry the wheel cover off. Then pull the whe

•Turn the wheel so that the valve-stem is down. Slidethe wheel retainer through the center of the wheeland position it properly across the wheel openi

There are single window controls on each passenger doortrim panel which operate the passenger door windows.The window controls will operate only when

WARNING!• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis-sion cannot be started this way. U

5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminalof the booster battery and then to the engine of thevehicle with the discharged battery. Mak

2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles.3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first becomevisible.4. Keep tires properly inflated.5.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEWith Ignition KeyFront Wheel DriveYour vehicle may be towed under the following condi-tions: The gear selector must be in NEU

All TransmissionsCAUTION!•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result.•Al

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLEYThe manufacturer does not recommend that you tow anAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) or front wheel dri

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 3.5L Engines ...320䡵 3.8L Engines ...321䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System —

▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ...335▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ...336▫ Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints ...337▫ Ste

▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — IfEquipped ...365▫ Front Park/Turn Signal And SidemarkerLights ...

windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certainopen or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-rence and can be minimized. If the buffe

3.5L ENGINESEngine Compartment 3.5L Engines320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

3.8L ENGINESEngine Compartment 3.8L EnginesMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3217

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageAfter fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system candetermine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperlyinstalled, or

Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated testwhich you can use prior to going to the test station. Tocheck if your vehicle’s OBD system is read

Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system isready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminatedduring normal vehicle operation, you should have

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipme

CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration orloss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.Change Engine OilRoad conditions and

NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” o

•SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred. SAE 5W-30 engineoil is allowed during cold weather only to improvecold weather starting.Lubricants which do not h

NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflatordesign. This allows the airbag to have different rates ofinflation that are based on collision seve

Synthetic Engine OilsThere are a number of engine oils being promoted aseither synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to usesuch a product, use onl

Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, orglazing, and replaced if there is indication of damagewhich could result in belt failure. Lo

Fuel FilterA plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed atwhich a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting.Should an excessive amount

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

WARNING!•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluidto contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Do

Air Conditioner MaintenanceFor best possible performance, your air conditionershould be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealerat the start of ea

Refrigerant Recovery And RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-tection

WARNING!Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to insure accurate fluid level

Continued operation could result in failure of the univer-sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of thegrease. This would require complete repl

Windshield and Rear Window WashersThe fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and therear window washer is shared. It is located in the enginecompa

normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lockand reduce the risk of your striking the inside of thevehicle or being thrown out.WARNING!•It

Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaustsystem, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside thevehicle, or when the underside or rear of

Coolant ChecksCheck engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12months (before the onset of freezing weather, whereapplicable). If coolant is dirty

CAUTION!Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en-gine coolants, may result in engine damage and maydecrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOAT

The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount ofcorrosion protection in the engine cooling system.Please note that it is the owner’s responsib

Disposal of Used Engine CoolantUsed ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulatedsubstance requiring proper disposal. Check with yourlocal autho

•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.•Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in thecoolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to bea

Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted orcollapsed.Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-plings to make sure they are secure

Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted orcollapsed.Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-plings to make sure they are secure

Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removingthe cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the“FULL” mark on the side of the mast

CAUTION!Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminatethe brake fluid, all brake seal components could bedamaged causing partial or complete brake f

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat.2. The seat belt latch plate is near the

Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. It is important thatthe transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribedlevel using the recommended fluid.CAUT

3. Fully apply parking brake.4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gearposition ending with the lever in P (PARK). Wipe the areaaround the di

Severe Usage (fluid and filter) — Refer to MaintenanceSchedule “B”Severe Usage is defined as:•Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, ortr

Overrunning ClutchThe fill plug is located on the side of the overrunningclutch housing. The fluid should be maintained at a leveleven with the bottom

NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte-nance Schedules.Front And Rear Wheel BearingsFront and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.N

Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, andrinse the panels completely with clear wate

•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause which destroys the paint and protectivecoating have your vehicle repaired as soon as po

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regularcleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirtcan act as an abrasive and damage the

1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasivecleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean wi

INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)An Integrated Power Module is located in the enginecompartment near the battery. This center contains maxifuses, mini fus

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong

Cavity Maxi Fuse Description10 Spare11 40 AmpGreenHeadlight Washer, PowerLiftgate12 Spare13 40 AmpGreenRadiator Fan 114 Spare15 40 AmpGreenAnti-Lock B

Cavity Mini Fuse Description34 Spare35 Spare36 20 Amp Yel-lowElectronic AutomaticTransaxle (EATX) Solenoid37 25 AmpNaturalASD38 20 Amp Yel-lowFuel Pum

CAUTION!•When installing the Integrated Power Modulecover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to d

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBSLIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb NumberCenter & Rear Reading Lights ... 578Front Door Courtesy Light ...

BULB REPLACEMENTStandard Quad Headlights1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forwardaw

High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — IfEquippedThe headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain in the circuit

Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forwa

Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker andBack-up Lights1. Raise the liftgate.2. Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotatethe assembly o

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (approximate) 89Octane23 gallons 87 litersEngine Oil-With Filter3.5 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/10

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upon the shoulder belt. To loosen the la

ChassisComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsAutomatic Transmission Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.AWD Power Transfer

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...372䡵 Maintenance Schedules ...372▫ Schedule “B” ...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype must be done at the times or mileages specified toassure t

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-vice).〫•Off-road or desert operation.NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil

Once a Month•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear ordamage.•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminalsas required.•Check the flu

SCHEDULE “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. Changethe automatic transmission flu

Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000(Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000(Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000)Change engine oil and engin

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch pla

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000)Change the All Wheel Drive

Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)Change the All Wheel Driv

Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 100, 000 102, 000 105, 000(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)Change engine oil and

Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 100, 000 102, 000 105, 000(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)Flush and replace the

Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filte

* This maintenance is recommended by the manufactureto the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-sions warranty.‡ This maintenance is not req

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000 ) (48 000) (58 000)[Months] [6] [12] [

Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60]

Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]Change engine

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average,you’ll prefer a higher position. When

Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Change engine oil and eng

* This maintenance is recommended by the manufactureto the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-sions warranty.‡ This maintenance is not req

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...394▫ Prepare For The Appointm

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

Warranty service must be done by an authorizedChrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommendthat you take your vehicle to you selling dealer.

In Mexico contact:Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240Sante Fe C.P. 05109Mexico, D. F.In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240Outside Mexico (525) 7

The manufacturer will not stand behind any servicecontract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. Itis not responsible for any service contr

U.S. ONLY398 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

MOPAR姞 PARTSMopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle operating at its best

INTRODUCTIONThis manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance

2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latchplate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create afold that begins immediately above the

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMSTo order the following manuals, you may use either thewebsite or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-tercard, American Ex

Call Toll Free at 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143(Canada)OrVisit us on the World Wide Web at:www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com orwww.daiml

WARNING!The traction grade is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering(turning) performance.Temperature GradesT

INDEX10

Adding Fuel ... 290Adding Washer Fluid ...128,339Additives, Fuel ...289Adjustable Pedals

Selection Of Lubricant ... 349,370Shifting ... 253Special Additives ...352Automatic Transmis

Car Washes ...355Carbon Monoxide Warning ...290Cargo Area Cover ... 152Cargo CompartmentLug

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 342Coolant Capacity ...368Coolant Level ...341,344Disposal of Used Co

DVD Player ... 203Electric Remote Mirrors ...78Electrical Power Outlets ... 148Electronic Sp

FiltersAir Cleaner ...331Air Conditioning ... 243,336Automatic Transaxle ...351Engine Fuel ..

Seat Belt PretensionersThe seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove slack from th

Garage Door Opener ...138GasCap ...290,323Gasoline ... 287Gasoline, Clean Air ...

IgnitionKey ...11Illuminated Entry ...15Immobilizer ...12Indicator, Tracti

Anti-Lock ... 166Automatic Headlights ...123Back-Up ... 367Brake Warning ...

Capacities ... 293Tires ... 268LocksDoor ...16Lower Anchors and Tethe

Occupant Restraints ... 32Octane Rating, Gasoline ... 287Odometer ...169Oil, Engine ...

Mirrors ...78Outlet ...148Seats ... 102,103Steering ...

Restraint, Head ... 104Restraints, Child ...59,65Restraints, Infant ... 62Retractable

Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ... 25Selection of Coolant ...341,369Sentry Key ... 12Sentry Key P

System, Navigation ...222Tachometer ... 169Tape Player ...198Temperature Control,

Tread Wear Indicators ...278Towing ...294Disabled Vehicle ...313Recreational ...

NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ONor RUN position. DaimlerChrysler does not

Vehicle Certification Label ...292Vehicle Identification Number ...6Vehicle Loading ... 269,292,293Vehicle

Keep the belt low so that it does not come across theabdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will takethe force if there is a collision.Seat Be

Driver and Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System - AirbagThis vehicle has airbags for both the driver and frontpassenger as a supplement to the

Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federalregulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to“Occupant Classification System”

WARNING!• Do not put anything on or around the airbag coversor attempt to manually open them. You may damagethe airbags and you could be injured becau

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize therisk of harm from a deploying airbag.1. Children 12 years old and under should always ridebuckl

WARNING!•Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly.

•Interconnecting Wiring•Knee Impact Bolster•Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker•Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System(OCS)−Occupant Classific

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Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warninglight and PAD indicator light in the center ofthe instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds for aself-check when th

the airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fullyinflate in about 50–70 milliseconds. This is about halfof the time it takes to blink your eye

•The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees, andposition everyone for the best interaction with thefront airbag.•If your vehicle contains a Passe

The ORC will not allow front airbag deployment in theevent of a collision for occupants classified into theempty or child size categories. The PAD ind

For almost all sizes of properly seated adults, the airbagwill be enabled in the event of a collision. For smallteenagers and some small adults, depen

•The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) is located at theoutboard passenger lap belt anchor. The BTS generatesa signal based on outboard lap belt tension. This

•Do not use prior or future model year seat covers notdesignated for the specific model being repaired. Al-ways use the correct seat cover specified f

However, if you haven’t healed significantly within afew days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctorimmediately.•As the airbags deflate you m

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!• Modifications to any part of the airbag system could causeit to fail when you need it. You could be injured be

•The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 secondinterval.•The light flickers or comes on and remains on whiledriving.Child RestraintEveryone

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures which could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAU

The lower anchor bars of the LATCH System are locatedwhere the seat back meets the seat cushion.The tether anchors are located on the rear surface of

When using the LATCH System, always follow the childrestraint manufactures installation instructions.NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH c

When the tether anchorage is used in the third rowseating position, the strap should be positioned straightover the top of the seatback.Infants and Ch

•The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in thevehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh upto about 9 kg (20 lbs). ⬙Convertible⬙ child

WARNING!•Improper installation can lead to failure of aninfant or child restraint. It could come loose in acollision. The child could be badly injured

•Buckle the child into the seat according to the childrestraint manufacturer’s directions.•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in theve

have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantageof all of the available attachments provided with yourchild restraint in any vehicle.Not all ch

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnessesor pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-

SAFETY TIPSExhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make

Airbag LightThe light should come on and remain on for 6to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignitionswitch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...75▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...75▫ Automatic

䡵 Seats ...102▫ 10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . 102▫ 8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . . 103▫ 4–Wa

▫ Lights-On Reminder ...124▫ Headlight Time Delay ...124▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...124▫ Turn Signals ...

䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ...138▫ Programming Homelink ...139▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 143▫ Using Homeli

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows for horizontaland vertic

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedIf the switch is in the “Auto” position the mirror willautomatically adjust for annoying headlight glare fromveh

Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane oftraffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on theins

Power Remote-Control MirrorsUse the mirror select switch, located on the driver’s doortrim panel above the power window switches, to adjustthe view ob

Sun Visor ExtensionThe sun visors may be pulled out to provide extendedcoverage of the side glass.HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) —IF EQUIPPEDUCo

linked to system. Only one linked (or paired) cellularphone can be used with the system at a time. The systemis available in English, Spanish, or Fren

The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with thevehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™system can either be adjusted from the radio volum

Help CommandIf you need assistance at any prompt or if you want toknow what your options are at any prompt, say ⬙Help⬙following the voice on beep. The

•You will be asked to say a four-digit pin number whichyou will later need to enter into your cellular. You canenter any four-digit pin number. You wi

•For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901.⬙ The phonenumber that you enter must be of valid length andcombination. The UConnect™ limits the user fromdia

•When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use oflong names helps the voice recognition and is recom-mended. For example, say ⬙Robert Smith⬙ or ⬙R

⬙Phonebook Edit⬙ can be used to add another phonenumber to a name entry that already exists in thephonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have

List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Phonebook List Names

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - CallCurrently in ProgressIf a call is currently in progress and you have anotherincoming call, you will hear the s

Conference CallWhen two calls are in progress (one active and one onhold), press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear adouble beep indicating th

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ...11▫ Ignition Key Removal ...11▫ Key-In-I

•After ignition key is switched off, a call can continueon the UConnect™ system either until the call ends oruntil the vehicle battery condition dicta

If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ systemis operational, you may reach the emergency number asfollows:•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.

Working with Automated SystemsThis method is designed to be used in instances whereone generally has to press numbers on the cellular phonekeypad whil

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Setup Confirmations.⬙ The UConnect™ system willplay the current confirmation prompt status and y

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Mute-off.⬙Information ServiceWhen using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phonenumber ⬙#121,

•The UConnect™ system will play the phone names ofall paired cellular phones in order from the highest tothe lowest priority.Select another Cellular P

Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™SystemVoice Recognition (VR)•Always wait for the beep before speaking.•Speak normally, without pausing, jus

•It is not recommended to store similar soundingnames in the UConnect™ phonebook.•UConnect™ phonebook name tag recognition rate isoptimized for the pe

Bluetooth Communication LinkCellular phones have been found to occasionally looseconnection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap-pens, the connectio

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