Chrysler 2006 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 ...24▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...24䡵 Vehicl

•When prompted say the priority number of the cellu-lar phone you wish to select. You can also press the⬘Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the l

•Performance is maximized under:•low-to-medium blower setting,•low-to-medium vehicle speed,•low road noise,•smooth road surface,•fully closed windows,

•smooth road surface,•fully closed windows, and•dry weather condition.•Operation from driver seat.•Performance, such as, audio clarity, echo. and loud

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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

CAUTION!Do not place any article under a power seat orimpede its ability to move as it may cause damage tothe seat controls. Seat travel may become li

Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low)and press the switch a second time in the same directionto turn the heated seat off. The i

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

NOTE:•If the lights in the second row heated seat switch beginto flash when the switch is pressed, it indicates that theheated seat is not functioning

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

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 othe

3. Pull on the load floor strap and lift the panel from thedriver’s second row seatback over the center console andonto the passenger second row seat.

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

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

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

Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory SeatOnly)This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioningwhich will enhance driver mobility out o

Tilt Mirrors in Reverse — If EquippedThis additional feature provides automatic outside mir-ror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of thegro

Next, push to the left the safety catch located under thefront edge of the hood, near the center.Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the openp

LIGHTSOverhead Console Map/Reading LightsThese lights are mounted between the sun visors on theoverhead console. Each light is turned ON by pressingth

Interior LightsThe interior lights come on when a door is opened.The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15minutes if a door is left

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Lever upor down.Dimmer ControlWith the parking

Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)Rotate the dimmer control upward tothe first detent. This feature brightensthe odometer and radio display when

To activate the delay feature, turn off the ignition switchwhile the headlights are still on. Then turn off theheadlights within 45 seconds. The 90 se

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

Highbeam/Lowbeam Select SwitchPull the Multi-Function Lever towards you to switch theheadlights to HIGH beam. Pull the Lever a second timeto switch th

If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wiperswill operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.Mist FeaturePush down on the wiper lever t

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

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

To turn the system back ON, press the switch a secondtime until the traction control Indicator turns OFF.NOTE:•The traction control Indicator comes on

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

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

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

Programming HomeLinkNOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it isadvised to park outside the garage. Some vehicles mayrequire the ignition switch

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLinkbutton that you want to train and the hand-held trans-mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons unt

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit)in the garage, locate the ⬙learn⬙ or ⬙smart⬙ button. Thiscan usually be found where the hanging

3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink buttonwhile you press and release every two seconds (⬙cycle⬙)your hand-held transmitter until the frequency

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 secondsand the EVIC display will show “Channel X Transmit”(where X is Channel 1, 2, or 3) for 20 s

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof buttons are located between the sunvisors on the overhead console.Press and hold the “OPEN” button rearwa

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

Express Open FeatureThe sunroof is equipped with an intermediate stop orcomfort stop position. This feature is designed to elimi-nate wind buffeting a

WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETSThere are two 12 volt power outlets located on theinstrument panel below the radio. The driver’s side outletis controlled by t

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

CUPHOLDERSFront Seat CupholdersThe cupholders are located in the forward edge of thecenter console. Push down on the forward edge of theconsole to rel

On vehicles equipped with six passenger seating thesecond row seat cupholders are located in the forwardedge of the center console located between the

Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If EquippedTo cover the cargo area:1. Fold down the third row seatbacks.2. Unfold the cargo cover extensions and lock i

4. Grasp the center portion of the cover flap. Pull it overthe cargo area.5. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover flap into theslots on the rear t

•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rearaxle. Too much weight or improperly placed weightover or behind the rear axle can cause the rear

Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.The roof rack does not increase the total load carryingcapacity of the vehicle. Be sure the

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

CAUTION!•Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallelat any luggage rack position for proper function.Noncompliance could result in damage to th

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls ...165䡵 Base Instrument Cluster ...166䡵 Premium Ins

▫ CD/DVD Changer Operation ...193▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ...193▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3Audio Play) ...

▫ Prog Up/Down Buttons (10, 11) ...219▫ Slow Button (12) ...219▫ Stop Button (13) ...219▫ Menu Button (1

▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ ...228▫ Satellite Antenna ...228▫ Reception Quality ...229䡵 Remote Sound Sy

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1654

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1674

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

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

is not functioning and that service is required. However,the conventional brake system will continue to operatenormally if the BRAKE warning light is

Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are alsoequipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).In the event of an EBD failure, the Bra

disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes havecooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turnoff the Traction Control Light.9. Tachomete

The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. Toswitch from odometer to trip odometers, press andrelease the Trip Odometer button. To reset a t

16. High Beam LightThis light shows that the headlights are on highbeam. Pull the Multi-Function lever towards thesteering wheel to switch the headlig

21. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp — IfEquippedEach tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to

23. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display — IfEquippedWhen the appropriate conditions exist, this displayshows the Electronic Vehicle Informat

Pressing the MENU button will change the displayedprogramming features. Pressing the STEP button willdisplay the available choices. Pressing the MENU

•UNLOCK TO OPEN LIFTGATE (with a single chime)•PUT IN PARK FOR LIFTGATE (with a single chime)•TOO COLD FOR PWR LIFTGATE (with a singlechime)•TOO HOT F

•1,2,3 OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE (Refer to ”TirePressure Monitor System” in the “Starting And Oper-ating, Tire Section”)•CHECK TPM SYSTEM (Refer to ”T

The Automatic Door Locks can be enabled or disabled byperforming the following procedure:1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignitionswitch.2.

ASSIST DISABLED after the feature has been disabledand SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM if there is a prob-lem with the system.Display U.S. or Metric?Pressi

Remote Linked To Memory? (Available withMemory Seat Only)When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror,and radio settings will return to the m

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

The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled when thevehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry EasyExit feature is enabled (or later di

Manual Compass CalibrationIf the compass appears erratic and the “COMPASS CALI-BRATING” message does not appear in the EVIC display,you must put the c

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

•Off ModeShows a blank display.•Step ButtonPush this button to cycle through all the Mini-tripfunctions.To Reset The DisplayPressing and releasing the

SALES CODE RAH—AM & FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGERCONTROLSNOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower leftside of your ra

Toggle the TUNE button to select the following formattypes:Program Type Radio DisplayAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege

The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected

2. Cycle the ignition switch ON/OFF four times endingin the OFF position. (do not start the engine)3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, press the

Tone ControlThe Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desiredtone. Press the AUDIO button, select Bass or TREBLE,then press SEEK + or SEEK ⫺ to in

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap-proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipm

SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current selectio

CD/DVD Changer OperationPress the MODE button to select between the CD playerand the optional remote CD/DVD changer.TimePress the TIME button to chang

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (includin

Playback of MP3 filesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Press the FF side of the button to move forward throughthe MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button tomove back thro

SALES CODE REV AM & FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGERCONTROLSNOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower leftside of your ra

Toggle the TUNE button to select the following formattypes:Program Type Radio DisplayAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege

The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected

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

Tone ControlThe Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desiredtone. Press the AUDIO button, select Bass or TREBLE,then press SEEK + or SEEK ⫺ to in

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap-proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipm

SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current selectio

CD/DVD Changer OperationPress the MODE button to select between the CD playerand the optional remote CD/DVD changer.TimePress the TIME button to chang

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (includin

Playback of MP3 filesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Press the FF side of the button to move forward throughthe MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button tomove back thro

SALES CODE RBP—AM & FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYER,AND OPTIONAL CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLSNOTE: The radio sales code is located

Toggle the PTY button to select the following formattypes:Program Type Radio DisplayAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege

The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected

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

FadeThe Fade control provides for balance between the frontand rear speakers. Press the FADE button in and it willpop out. Adjust the balance and push

To set the clock, use a ballpoint pen or similar object topress the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio,The time setting will increase each ti

SeekPress the SEEK button up for the next selection on thetape and down to return to the beginning of the currentselection.Press the SEEK button up or

Pinch Roller ReleaseIf ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turnedoff, the pinch roller will automatically retract to protectthe tape from an

SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current selectio

To select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODEbutton until the word SIRIUS™ appears. The followingwill be displayed in this order: After thre

Disc Down/Program Button 5Press the DISC (button 5) button to play the previousdisc.SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe

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)The headphone transmitter button on the remote controland the power button on

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

To lock the doors and liftgate:Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter tolock all doors and liftgate. The horn will chirp once toacknowle

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

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

3. Brightness ButtonChanges the brightness of the screen picture.Operating Instructions — Headphones1. Power Button2. Volume Control3. Power Indicator

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

Operating Instructions — VideoGames/CamcordersA video game unit or camcorder can be connected to therear audio/video system. Connect the cables to the

Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ENS/SID)The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num-ber is needed to activate your Si

Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1and RBQ RadiosPress the MODE button repeatedly until the word⬙SIRIUS⬙ appears in the display. These radi

Storing and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsIn addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, youmay also commit 10 satellite stations to push buttonmemo

Reception QualitySatellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons.•The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure o

To Program Transmitters:Refer to SENTRY KEY “Customer Key Programming.”If you do not have a programmed transmitter, contactyour dealer for details.To

The following describes the left hand rocker switchoperation in each mode:Radio OperationPressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the nextliste

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATIONRadio Broadcast SignalsYour new radio will provide excellent reception undermost operating conditions. Like any system, howev

remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignitionswitch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front doorwill cancel this feature.CASSETTE TAPE AN

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCETo keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take thefollowing precautions:1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching thesur

The navigation DVD unit is located in the underfloorstorage compartment in the rear cargo area. A single disccontaining map information for the entire

Manual Air Conditioning and Heating SystemPower ButtonWhen the “POWER” button is pressed the indicator willilluminate and the blower will run at the s

Dual Zone Temperature Control — If EquippedWith the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, eachfront seat occupant can independently control the tem-pe

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

Bi-Level ModeAir comes from both the instrument panel outlets, flooroutlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the side windo

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

The “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock” feature can bereactivated by repeating this procedure. The table belowexplains the Lamp Flash options.Function Which

Defrost ModeAir comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost yourwindshield and side windows.NO

NOTE:•The compressor will not engage until the engine hasbeen running for a few seconds.•If your air conditioning performance seems lower thanexpected

•If the recirculation button is pressed while in the Mixor Defrost mode, the indicator light in the recirculationbutton will flash 3 times indicating

Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature ControlThe Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)System automatically maintains the interior comfort leveldesir

temperature you would like the system to maintain.When the system is set to your comfort level, it is notnecessary to change the settings. You will ex

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

The front blower control can be set to any fixedblower speed by pressing the rocker switch up ordown. This allows the front occupants to control thevo

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

1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a smallscrewdriver or similar flat object to pry the two halves ofthe transmitter apart. Make sure no

windshield or side glass starts to impair visibility, pressthe front blower button and increase the fan speed tomaximum.Recirculation ControlWhen the

•While holding the recirculation button, turn the igni-tion switch to the “RUN” position.•Continue holding the recirculation button for 4 sec-onds, th

glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Referto section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual forproper coolant selection.Winter Operat

A/C Air Filter — If EquippedOn vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust,pollen and som

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ...258▫ Normal Starting ...258䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equi

▫ Tire Markings ...274▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...277▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...278䡵 Tires—Gene

▫ Materials Added To Fuel ...298▫ Fuel System Cautions ...298▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ...299䡵 Adding Fuel ...

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

VEHICLE THEFT ALARMThis system monitors the vehicle doors and ignitionswitch for unauthorized entry or operation. When thealarm is activated, the syst

If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but nothave enough power to continue running when the key isreleased. If this occurs, continue cr

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

possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip-ment to determine if the problem could recur.If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer servic

“R” ReverseShift into this range only after the vehicle has come to acomplete stop.“N” NeutralEngine may be started in this range.“D” OverdriveTo be u

You can shift in or out of the AutoStick mode at any timewithout taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. If youchoose the Overdrive mode, the tran

•If the system detects a problem it will disable theAutoStick mode and the transmission will return tothe automatic mode until the problem is correcte

Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parkingbrake is fully applied and place the gear selector in thePark position. To release the parking b

WARNING!•Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan-gerous for a number of reasons. A child or otherscould be injured. Children should be warned

Anti-Lock Brake SystemThe Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehiclestability and brake performance under most brakingconditions. The system au

NOTE:•The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate buttonon the keyless entry transmitter cannot arm or disarmthe system.•Once the alarm is set, an

The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock BrakeSystem. The light will come on when theignition switch is turned to the ON positionand may stay on for as lo

•and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at theend of the stop.These are all normal characteristics of ABS.WARNING!The Anti-Lock Brake Syste

WARNING!Continued operation with reduced power steeringassist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.Service should be obtained as soon as po

•There is a Traction Control System malfunction•The system has been deactivated to prevent damage tothe brake system due to overheated brake tempera-t

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATIONTire MarkingsNOTE:•P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded

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. Tires withwhite si

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon either the face of the driver’s door or t

3) the tire size designed for your vehicle4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rearand spare tires.LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on t

LIFTGATEThe liftgate can be unlocked using the remote keylessentry or by activating the power door lock switcheslocated on the front doors.Once unlock

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be

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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

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ent

loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera-tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tiredealer for recommended safe operating spee

Compact Spare Tire — If EquippedThe compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your stylevehicle on

Limited Use Spare — If EquippedThe limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency useon your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited usespare

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to:•Driving style•Tire pressure•Distance drivenWARNI

the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can beaccessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift-gate trim panel.•If the liftgate is lock

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

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

•The TPMS system is not intended to replace normaltire care and maintenance, nor to provide warning of atire failure or condition.•The TPMS system sho

TIRE CHAINSUse only compact chains, or other traction aids that meetSAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be theproper size for the vehicle,

NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, andyour vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of timeon dry pavement. Observe the tire chain ma

Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for yourtype of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”Section of this manual. More frequent rotat

Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the worldhave issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica-tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to d

MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase the octane num-ber. Gasolines blended wit

•An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter tooverheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or

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

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

•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditio

NOTE:•Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking”sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap isproperly tightened. If the vehicl

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

Common Towing DefinitionsThe following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information:Gross Vehicle Weig

WARNING!It is important that you do not exceed the maximumfront or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving conditioncan result if either rating is exceeded. Yo

Trailer Hitch ClassificationYour vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optionalTrailer

Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com-bined Wt. Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW (GrossTrailer Wt.)Max. Tongue Wt.3.5L & 3.8L Auto-matic8,600 lbs (3900

which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause ofmany trailer accidents.Never exce

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

Towing RequirementsTo promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv-etrain components the following guidelines are recom-mended:CAUTION!•Avoid towi

•Safety chains must always be used between yourvehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to theframe or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cros

−When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor-mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires forproper tire replacement procedures. Repla

WARNING!Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-tem and cause it to fail. You might not

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.Towing Tips — Automatic T

Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (IfEquipped)−Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.−When using the speed control, if you experience sp

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ...318䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ...319䡵 Jacking And Tire Chang

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

WINDOWSPower WindowsThe window controls on the driver’s door control all thedoor windows.There are single window controls on each passenger doortrim p

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

WARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannotbe started this way. Unbu

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

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

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 DOLLYThe manufacturer does not recommend that you tow anAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) or front wheel driv

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 3.5L Engines ...338䡵 3.8L Engines ...339䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System —

▫ Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints ...355▫ Steering Shaft Seal ...355▫ Steering Linkage ...355▫ Drive

▫ Front Park/Turn Signal And SidemarkerLights ...384▫ Front Fog Light ...384▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signa

3.5L ENGINESEngine Compartment 3.5L Engines338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

3.8L ENGINESEngine Compartment 3.8L EnginesMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3397

If your vehicle is equipped with the Occupant Classifi-cation System (OCS) there will be a Passenger AirbagDisabled (PAD) Indicator Light located on t

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

vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/Mstation can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is onwith the engine running.REPLACEMENT

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESThe pages that follow contain the required maintenanceservices determined by the engineers who designed yourvehicle.Besides the

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

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

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, evenon short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driverand cause a collision that includes you

Catalytic ConverterThe catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an

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

vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle isdamaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-plete exhaust system and adjacent body area

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

WARNING!•Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the strongest parts

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

If an examination of your engine compartment shows noevidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may besafely driven. The vapor will soon dissipat

Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to highheat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hoserouting to be sure hoses do not come in

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

Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it maycause leaking in the system.Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-ments describe

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

for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmissionfluid be maintained at the prescribed level using therecommended fluid.CAUTION!Using a tr

4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gearposition ending with the lever in P (PARK). Wipe the areaaround the dipstick clean to eliminate the

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.Latch PlateLatch Plate To BuckleTHINGS TO KNOW

Severe Usage is defined as:•Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, ortrailer towing where the vehicle driven regularly formore than 45 mi

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 Mopar Car Wash or a mild carwash soap, and rinse the panels complete

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

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

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

WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride too highon your body, possibly causing

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

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile F

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...390䡵 Maintenance Schedules ...390▫ Schedule “B” ...

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

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 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000(Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change engine oil and engi

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change the All Wheel Drive

Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change engine oil and eng

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

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageIn the front seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can beadjusted upward or downward to help position the beltawa

Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change the All Wheel Driv

Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 102, 000 105, 000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter.

Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filte

Miles 123, 000 126, 000 129, 000 132, 000 135, 000(Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filte

Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000(Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filte

Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000(Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000)Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overr

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) (60 000)[Months] [6] [12] [

Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60]

Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]Change engine

Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Change engine oil and eng

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureUse the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/shoulder belt.1. Position the latch plate as close as possi

Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000(Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250, 000)[Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service ForYour Vehicle ...414▫ Prepare For The Appointment

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

technicians, special tools, and the latest information toassure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timelymanner.This is why you should always ta

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY)To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed specia

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms andprovisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable t

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.)•1–800–387–1143 (Canada)OrVisit us on the World Wide Web at:•www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com•www.daimler

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing.The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of thelatch plate.4. Continue to slide the l

Traction GradesThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop onwet pavement as me

INDEX10

Adding Fuel ... 300Adding Washer Fluid ...132,357Additives, Fuel ...298Adjustable Pedals

Selection Of Lubricant ... 367,388Shifting ... 263Special Additives ...370Automatic Transmis

Car Washes ...373Carbon Monoxide Warning ...299Cargo Area Cover ... 156Cargo CompartmentLug

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 360Coolant Capacity ...386Coolant Level ...359,362Disposal of Used Co

Electric Remote Mirrors ... 82Electrical Power Outlets ... 152Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ... 138Ele

Air Conditioning ... 253,354Automatic Transaxle ... 369Engine Oil ...348,387Engine Oil Disposal

Gasoline (Fuel) ... 296Gasoline, Reformulated ...297GaugesCoolant Temperature ... 168Fuel ...

Illuminated Entry ...15Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...12Indicator, Traction Control ...171Infant Restr

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System(BeltAlert)If the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt has not beenbuckled within 60 seconds of starting the

Automatic Headlights ...128Back-Up ... 385Brake Warning ... 170Bulb Replacement ...

Tires ... 278LocksDoor ...16Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH) ...

Occupant Restraints ... 33Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...296Odometer ...172Oil, Engine ...

Mirrors ...82Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...152Seats ... 106,107Steering ...

Restraint, Head ... 108Restraints, Child ...60,68Restraints, Infant ... 65Retractable

Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ... 26Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...359,387Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ...12Sentr

System, Navigation ... 233Tachometer ... 172Tape Player ... 211Temperature Contro

Spare Tire ... 322Spinning ... 287Tread Wear Indicators ...288Tongue Weight/Trailer W

Uniform Tire Quality Grades ... 419Universal Joints ...355Universal Transmitter ...142Unleaded Ga

NOTES

NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn onwhile unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat belt.It may be necessary to retract the seat

NOTES

WARNING!Using a seat belt extender when not needed canincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Only usewhen the lap belt is not long enough when it

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 becaus

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.

INTRODUCTION 51

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

first turned on. After the self-check, the AIRBAGwarning light will turn off. The PAD indicator lightwill function normally (Refer to “Passenger Airba

•The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed toactivate only in certain side collisions. When the ORCand the side impact sensors (with side impact op

•If your vehicle contains a Passenger Airbag Disableindicator light, it will be equipped with the OccupantClassification System (OCS). The OCS system

placed on the seat, the light will remain OFF. (The PADindicator light is an amber light located on the center ofthe instrument panel above the climat

child, and adult. The OCM sends the Occupant Clas-sification to the ORC to identify if a front passengerairbag is allowed. If a fault is present, the

WARNING!Unapproved modifications or service procedures tothe front passenger seat assembly, its related compo-nents, or seat cover may inadvertently c

If A Deployment OccursThe airbag system is designed to deploy the airbagswhen the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to-severe collision, to hel

WARNING!Deployed airbags, front seat belt buckle pretension-ers and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protectyou in another collision. Have the ai

WARNING!•You need proper knee impact protection in acollision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarketequipment on or behind the knee bolsters.•It is d

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

Child RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at alltimes — babies and children, too. Every state in theUnited States and all Canadia

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)Each vehicle is equipped with two child restraint anchor-age systems called LATCH, which stands for Lower

Five passenger vehicles are equipped with a second rowbench seat only. The two outboard seating positions havelower anchorages that can accommodate ri

convenient. When using the LATCH System, alwaysfollow the child restraint manufacturer’s installation in-structions.NOTE: If your child restraint seat

When the tether anchorage is used in the center secondrow bench seating position or on the third row seatingposition, where equipped, the strap should

Infants and ChildrenThere are different sizes and types of restraints forchildren from newborn size to the child almost largeenough for an adult safet

•The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh-ing more than 18 kg (40 lbs), but who are still too smallto fit the vehicle’s seat belts prop

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that ithas a label certifying that it

Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR)The center seating position on vehicles equipped with asecond row bench seat is equipped with an Automatic-Locking Re

Child restraint systems having attachments designed toconnect to the lower anchorages are now available. Childrestraints having tether straps and hook

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

WARNING!Improper installation of a child restraint to theLATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant orchild restraint. The child could be badly

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-in period is not required for the engine inyour new vehicle.Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (5

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the enginerunning, adjust your heating or cooling controls to forceoutside air into the vehicle. Se

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make OutsideThe VehicleTiresExamine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wearpatterns. Check for stones, nails,

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...79▫ Inside Day / Night Mirror ...79▫ Automatic

䡵 Seats ...106▫ 10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . 106▫ 8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . . 107▫ 4–Wa

▫ Automatic Headlights ...128▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ...128▫ Lights-On Reminder ...128▫ Headlight Time

▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ...142▫ Sunglasses Storage ...142䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ...142▫ Programming

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

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

with the system at a time. The system is available inEnglish, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).The rearview mirror contains the microphone f

OperationsVoice commands can be used to operate the UConnect™system and to navigate through the UConnect™ menustructure. Voice commands are required a

Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the voice on beep, you can say⬙Cancel⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu.However, in a few instances the sy

•The UConnect™ system will then prompt you to beginthe cellular phone pairing process on your cellularphone. Before attempting to pair phone, please s

234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a validphone number - the closest valid phone number hasten digits.•The UConnect™ system will confirm th

•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

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

After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook,you will be given the opportunities to edit another entryin the phonebook, call the number yo

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

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No CallCurrently in ProgressWhen you receive a call on your cellular phone, theUConnect™ system will interrupt the

Toggling Between CallsIf two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold),press the ’Phone’ button until you hear a single beepindicating that t

Call ContinuationCall continuation is progression of a phone call onUConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key hasbeen switched to off. Call cont

Emergency AssistanceIf you are in an emergency and the mobile phone isreachable:•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergencynumber for your area

Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” cover-age details in the Warranty information booklet and onthe 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.PagingT

Barge In - Overriding PromptsThe ’Voice Recognition’ button can be used when youwish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voicerecognition command

NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send thedial ring to the UConnect™ system to play it on thevehicle audio system, so you will not hear it.

Connect or Disconnect Link Between theUConnect™ System and Cellular PhoneYour cellular phone can be paired with many differentelectronic devices, but