2004 Dodge Caravan Owners Manual

LIFTGATE

NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate. To open the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and turn to the right. On vehicles equipped with power locks the

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If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pressing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becom- ing unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area. NOTE: On vehicles without power locks, the liftgate can only be opened using the vehicle keys. The key must be held in the unlocked position for the liftgate to open. Power Liftgate — If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Press the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice within five seconds, to open the power liftgate. Once the liftgate is fully open, pressing the button twice within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate. The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the button located on the overhead console.

When the remote keyless entry transmitter button is pressed and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled, the tail lights will flash to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing.

WARNING!

During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away.

NOTE: † If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. † There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open position.

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† The power liftgate must be in the full open or close positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must be opened or closed manually. † If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. † The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). † The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below 212°F (224°C) or temperatures above 143°F (62°C). Be sure to remove any build-up of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate buttons.

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† If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions within the same cycle, the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually.

WARNING!

† Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. † If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.

WINDOWS

Manual Rear Vent Windows A lever at the rear of each window releases the window so that it can be pushed out for ventilation. Power Vent Windows — If Equipped Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the front seat.

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Power Windows — If Equipped You can control either front window using switches on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window. The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position.

Auto Down Feature — If Equipped The driver’s window switch has an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To open the window part way, press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop.

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The power window switches remain active for up to 45
seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped, side airbags for both the driver and front passenger. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) also, can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of

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ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All the outboard seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out.

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WARNING!

† It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. † Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. † Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and

using a seat belt properly.

WARNING!

† Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. † Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instruc- tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. † Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap.

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3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.

WARNING!

† A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. † A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increas- ing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. † A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. † A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.

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WARNING!

† A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. † A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your dealer and have it fixed.

5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.

downward to help position the belt away from your neck. The upper anchorage can be adjusted upward by pushing anywhere on the anchorage. To move the an- chorage downward, press the actuation button while simultaneously pushing down on the anchorage assem- bly.

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

WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats and the second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or

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As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.

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

4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing.

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate.

Center Lap Belts The center seating positions have a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. To remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear the lap belt snug against the hips. Sit back and erect in the seat, then adjust the belt as tightly as is comfortable.

WARNING!

and under the belt in a collision.

† A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. † A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down † A belt that is too high will apply crash forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones. In either case, the risk of internal injuries is greater. Wear a lap belt low and snug.

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Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners are designed to work for all size occupants. NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly. The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag con- trol module (see Front Airbag Section). Like the front airbags, the pretensioners are single use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced.

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Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the extender and stow it.

WARNING!

Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed.

Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.

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If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are located inside the driver and front passenger seatbacks, and their seatcovers are labeled SRS AIRBAG.

NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment in low speed collisions. The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity.

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WARNING!

† Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may dam- age the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de- signed to open only when the airbags are inflating. † If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags, do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side airbags; the perfor- mance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury. † If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags, do not attach cup holders or any other objects on or around the door. The inflating side airbag could drive the object into occupants, causing serious injury.

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along with seat belts and pretensioners, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe frontal collisions. If your vehicle is equipped, the side airbag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. In certain types of collisions, both the front and side airbags may be trig- gered. But even in collisions where the airbags deploy, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag.

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You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate. 4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean against the door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door.

1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat. Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt (refer to section on Child Restraint) should be secured in the rear seat, in a child restraint or belt-positioning booster seat. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat, and in the outboard seat if possible. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint. See the section on Child Restraint.

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WARNING!

† Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. † Being too close to the steering wheel or instru- ment panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury. Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. † If the vehicle has side airbags, they also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door. Sit upright in the center of the seat.

impact sensor - if equipped)

The Front Airbag System consists of the following: † Front Airbag Control Module (with integrated side † AIRBAG Readiness Light † Driver Airbag † Front Passenger Airbag † Steering Wheel and Column † Instrument Panel † Seat Belt Readiness Light † Front Seat Belt Pretensioners † Interconnecting Wiring † Knee Impact Bolster

How The Front Airbag System Works † The front airbag control module determines if a frontal impact is severe enough to require the front airbags to inflate. Based on the level of collision severity, the front airbag control module determines the proper rate of inflation. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation. The front airbag control module will not detect roll over, or rear collisions. The front airbag control module also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system when- ever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster, instrument panel and the steering wheel and column. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition switch, the front airbags are not on and will not inflate.

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The front airbag control module sends a message to the instrument cluster to turn on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned ON, then turns the light off. If the front control module detects a malfunction in any part of the system, the airbag light will turn on either momen- tarily or continuously.

WARNING!

Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away.

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† When the front airbag control module detects a colli- sion requiring the front airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Different front airbag inflation rates are possible, these rates are determined by the front airbag control module based on collision severity. The front airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size. The front airbags fully inflate in about 50 milliseconds. This is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes. The front airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. The driver’s and passenger’s front airbag gas is vented through the airbag material towards the instrument panel. In this way the front airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle. † The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees and position you for the best interaction with the front airbags.

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Side Airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — If Equipped The Side Airbag System, if equipped, consists of the following: † AIRBAG Readiness Light (shared with the front airbag † Side Airbag in the driver’s seat † Side Airbag in the passenger’s seat † Front Airbag Control Module (with integrated side † Interconnecting Wiring How The Side Airbag System Works The front airbag control modules determine if a side collision is severe enough to require the side airbags to inflate. The front airbag control modules will not detect roll over, or rear collisions.

impact sensor - if equipped)

The front airbag control module also monitors the readi- ness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster, instrument panel and the steering wheel and column. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition switch, the side airbags are not on and will not inflate. In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered, releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas. The inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The side airbag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates. This especially applies to children.

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If An Airbag Deployment Occurs The airbag systems are designed to deploy when the airbag control modules detect a moderate-to-severe col- lision, to help restrain the driver and front passenger, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbag, any or all of the following may occur: † The airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passen- ger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you

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haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. † As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc- tions for cleaning. † It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags and seat belt pretensioners will not be in place to protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags and seat belt pretensioners replaced by an autho- rized dealer as soon as possible.

Enhanced Accident Response If the airbags and seat belt pertensioners deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will illuminate until the ignition switch is turned off.

Maintaining Your Airbag System

WARNING!

† Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front bumper, vehicle body struc- ture, or frame. † You need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. † It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags.

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Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. † The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. † The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second † The light flickers or comes on and remains on while

interval.

driving.

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DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat — If Equipped Operating instructions for this seat are included with the seat. If the instructions are not with the seat or in the Owner’s Manual Package, replacement instructions can be obtained. To obtain Integrated Child Seat replacement instructions: Use the order form at the back of this manual and specify publication number 81-016-1950. Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck- led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats, rather than in the front.

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size.

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recommend that

Infants and Small Children There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child: † Safety children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and 9convertible9 child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil- dren (LATCH)” later in this section. † The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg). 9Convertible9 child seats can be

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used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. † Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. † Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year. These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH

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child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” later in this section. † The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child can not sit with knees bent over the vehicles seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion.)

WARNING!

† Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. † A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat. A rearward facing child re- straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause se- vere or fatal injury to the infant.

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Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: † Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. We also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. † The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits. † Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may not work when you need it. The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates, which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. Pulling up on the

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shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. † In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end of the belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. † If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position.

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restraint manufacturer’s directions.

† Buckle the child into the seat according to the child † When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle. Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury.

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) Each vehicle, except commercial cargo vehicles, is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. Two LATCH child restraint anchor- age systems are installed on all second-row seats. Second- row seats also feature tether strap anchorages, located in the rear surface of In addition, all 3-passenger bench seats are equipped with a child re- straint tether anchor at the center seating position.

the seatback.

When using the tether anchorages in the outboard seat- ing positions, ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts. When the tether anchorage is used in the center seating position, the strap should be posi- tioned straight over the top of the seatback.

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Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorage have been available for some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com- NOTE: patible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts. Fleet vehicles equipped with the LATCH system on the 3-passenger bench seat must have the seat adjusted to the full rear position on the tracks when the LATCH system is used. Also, when using the LATCH system, be sure the seatback is two clicks rear of its full upright position. Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- ages will continue to have features for installation in

WARNING!

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.

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vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt. They will also have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. Installing the Child Restraint System If your fleet vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchorages on the 3-passenger bench seat, do not install three child restraints at the same time in this seat. The anchorages in this seat are not designed to restrain three child restraints at one time. Instead, you may install one child restraint at the center position, or one child restraint at each of the right and left positions.

WARNING!

Fleet Vehicles Only: Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LATCH attachments at all three seating positions in the seat at one time. The LATCH anchorages in this seat are designed to restrain no more than two child restraints at a time in the event of a collision. Failure to follow this may result in serious or fatal injury.

We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap.

In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc- tions that come with the child restraint system.

WARNING!

Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

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Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. † Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. † The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug † Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or † If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’t help, move the child to the center rear seating position and use the lap belt. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.

slouching can move the belt out of position.

as possible.

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Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED Commercial cargo vehicles are not designed for use as a family vehicle and are not intended for carrying children in the front passenger seat. However, if you must carry a child in a vehicle without a rear seat, the passenger seat should be moved to the full rearward position and the child must be in a proper restraint system based on it’s age, size and weight. NEVER carry a child in a rear facing

infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats. In an accident, serious injury or death may occur from the deploying passenger air bag. This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether anchor located on the floor, behind the front passenger seat. Use this tether anchor to secure only forward facing child restraints equipped with an upper tether strap.

WARNING!

Rear Facing Infant restraints must never be secured in the passenger seat of a vehicle with a passenger airbag. In an accident a passenger airbag may deploy causing severe injury or death to infants riding in rear facing infant restraints.

Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is correct for your child: † The rearward-facing infant carrier is for babies weigh- ing up to about 20 lbs (9 kg), and less than one year old. THIS TYPE OF SEAT CANNOT BE USED IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT DE- LETE FEATURE (Commercial Vehicles Only). † The forward-facing child seat is for children from about 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), and more than one year old. † A “convertible” child seat, one that is designed to be used for children who are too heavy for a rear facing infant seat, may be used IN THE FORWARD FACING POSITION ONLY, IT MUST NEVER BE INSTALLED

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FACING TO THE REAR IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (Com- mercial Vehicles Only). When a convertible seat is properly installed forward facing, the vehicle seat should be adjusted to the rear most position. † Children more than 40 lbs (18 kg) should be secured in the passenger seat in a child restraint or belt- positioning booster seat with the seat adjusted to the rear most position. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled in the passenger seat with the seat adjusted to the rear most position. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

Tether Installation For Commercial Vehicles With Rear Seat Delete To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the vehicle, follow the instructions shown:

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1. Locate the child restraint tether anchor on the floor just behind the front passenger seat.

2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor forward to- wards the front passenger seat.

3. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions for proper use of connecting the child restraint to the extended tether strap. 4. If necessary, raise the passenger seat head restraint to allow the tether strap to be routed under the head restraint.

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7. Following the child seat manufacturer’s instructions, tighten the child restraint tether strap. 8. If necessary, reposition the seat head restraint. 9. Inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, and loose threads. If these, or any other condition that might effect the performance of the strap is observed, DO NOT USE. Contact local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part. Stow the child restraint NOTE: original position when not in use.

tether strap in its

your

5. Route the tether strap beneath the head restraint between the two head restraint posts. Ensure that the child restraint tether strap is centered between the two head restraint posts.

6. Using the hook attached to the child restraint tether strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal ring on the vehicle tether anchor.

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WARNING!

The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used with a child restraint only. It should not be used for any other purpose. Before use inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, and loose threads. If these or any other condition that might effect the performance of the strap is ob- served, DO NOT USE, personal injury may result. Contact your local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

SAFETY TIPS

Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below.

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.

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WARNING!

If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt.

Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.

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Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ- ing spare) for proper pressure.

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CONTENTS

m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
N Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
N Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .77
N Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto

Dimmer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
N Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature . . . . . . . . . . .78
N Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side . . . . . . . . . . . .78
N Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side . . . . . . . . . .78
N Power Remote-Control Mirrors — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

N Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
N Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . .80
m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
N Manual Front Seat Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
N 8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . . .81
N 4–Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped . .81
N Adjustable Head Restraints — If Equipped . . . .82
N Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

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N Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . .83
N Manual Lumbar — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .84
N Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
N Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seating . . . . . . . .85
N Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal . . . .86
N 50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal . . . . .88
N 2 – Passenger And 3 – Passenger Bench Seats . .90
N Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
N Rear-Most Bench Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
N Rear Seat Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
N Rear Bench Seating Flexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
N Rear Quad And 50/50 Seating Flexibility . . . . .94

m To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
m Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
N Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
N Park Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
N Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
N Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . . . . . . . 100
N Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet

Vehicles Only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
N Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
N Battery Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
N Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped . . . . . . . 101
N Front Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 102
m Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

N Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
N Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch . . . 103
N Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
N Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . 103
m Tilt Steering Column — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 104
m Traction Control Switch — If Equipped . . . . . . . 105
m Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 106
m Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped . . . . . . 107
N To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
N To Set At A Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
N To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
N To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
N To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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N To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
m Overhead Console — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 110
N Courtesy/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
N Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
N Compass/Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . 111
N Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
N Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

N Customer Programmable Features — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
m Garage Door Opener — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 119
N Programming Homelink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
N Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 123
N Using Homelink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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N Erasing Homelink Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
N Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 124
N Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
m Power Sunroof — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
N Express Open Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
N Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
N Sunroof Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
m Electrical Power Outlets — If Equipped . . . . . . . 127
N Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off . . . . . . . 129
m Convenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders . . . 129
N Instrument Panel Cup Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

N Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker’s

Package Kit

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
N Rear Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
m Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
N Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped . . . . . . . 132
N Removable Floor Console — If Equipped . . . . 132
N Rear Compartment Storage Bins . . . . . . . . . . . 135
N Cargo Area Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
N Cargo Organizer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 136
m Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 139
m Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

MIRRORS

Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror.

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(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield). Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped If the switch is in the “Auto” position the mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on.

Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position

Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.

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CAUTION!

To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.

Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rearview Mirror. Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and normal.

WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror.

Power Remote-Control Mirrors — If Equipped Use the mirror select switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, to adjust the view obtained in the outside mirrors. Press the rocker switch to the L or R for Left or Right mirror selection. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position.

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Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move.

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Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights. Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage.

SEATS

Manual Front Seat Adjuster The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat. Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position.

Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.

WARNING!

Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Your vehicle may be equipped with side airbags. Refer to section 2 (Occupant Restraints -- Side Air- bags( for more information.

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8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. The front switch controls up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The rear switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.

4–Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The passenger’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. The front switch controls forward and rearward adjustment. The rear switch con- trols the seatback recline adjustment.

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CAUTION!

Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.

Adjustable Head Restraints — If Equipped Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise the head restraint, pull up on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, depress the release tab located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint.

Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are located on the instrument panel above the radio. You may choose LOW, HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is ON.

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seatback to its normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched.

Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the

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WARNING!

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.

Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located inboard under the armrest. To increase the support, rotate the handle down.

Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline — If Equipped Pull up on the handle located on the side of the seat to release the seatback. This allows the seatback to be either reclined or folded forward.

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Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seating The passenger’s and driver’s side middle quad seats can be tilted forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area.

To tilt the seat, pull up on the release handle and tilt the seat fully forward. To return the seat, lower the seat and ensure that it is latched.

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WARNING!

In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat is not fully latched.

Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal

1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat. 2. Lower the head restraint to its full downward position and ensure that the cupholder is closed. 3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. If the head restraint contacts the rear of the front seat, move the front seat forward on its tracks.

4. Pull up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward.

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5. Pull the release bar located at the bottom front edge of the seat to disengage the front attachments.

6. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Outt Rollers. To reinstall the seat, remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat and ensure the head restraint is in its full downward position. Align the seat in the floor tracks and tilt the seat forward to engage the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearward and push down

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to engage the rear attachments. Pull the seatback release lever to return the seatback to its full upright position. Ensure that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position.

WARNING!

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.

50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal

1. Lower the head restraint and pull up on release lever “1” to fold the seatback down.

2. Pull up on release lever “2” and tumble the seat fully forward.

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3. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom of the seat to disengage the front attachments.

4. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Outt Rollers. To reinstall the 50/50 rear seat, lower the head restraint to the full down position, tilt the seat forward and engage the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearward to engage the rear attachments. Pull the seatback release

90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

lever to return the seatback to its full upright position. Ensure that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position.

WARNING!

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.

2 – Passenger and 3 – Passenger Bench Seats Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, near the floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handle and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels. A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Outt Rollers.

To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent posi- tions on the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate upward until the lock indicator button returns into the handle.

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WARNING!

If not properly latched, the bench seats could be- come loose. Personal injuries could result. After reinstalling these seats, be sure the red indicator button on the release handles return into the handles.

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and some front seats. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods.

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Rear-Most Bench Seat The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of three positions - normal (rearward), intermediate, and full forward. In this way varying needs for legroom and cargo space behind the seat can be accommodated.

Rear Seat Descriptions 7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bench or bucket seats in the second position and 3– passenger bench seat or 50/50 bench seat in the third position. All rear seats are removable. Rear Bench Seating Flexibility The 3– passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3
positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed from the vehicle.

The release lever is below the seat and is accessible from the front and back of the seat.

1. Normal Seating— The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row bench seat is in the full rear position on the tracks.

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3. Additional Storage— The 2nd and 3rd row seats installed. The 3rd row bench seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and one or both of the rear seatbacks are folded down.

2. Increased Storage— Increased storage area is provided by adjusting 3rd row bench seat to the intermediate track position. Rear seat- ing for 3 passengers (children) is still provided.

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4. Auxiliary Seating— The middle quad seats are removed from the vehicle. The 3– passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third row.

1. Normal Seating— The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. Both seatbacks are in the upright position.

Rear Quad and 50/50 Seating Flexibility The seats may be used with either or both seatbacks folded forward for additional storage space, or with either or both seats removed from the vehicle. Both 50/50
seats may also be moved to the 2nd row seating position when the middle quad seats are removed.

2. Increased Storage— Increased storage area is provided by folding either or both seatbacks. With one seatback folded forward, rear seating for another occupant is still provided. Either or both seats may Fold and Tumble forward for more storage space. For maximum storage, remove the head restraint and place on the seat cushion, then fold the seatback over the head restraint by lifting lever “1” and tumble the seat forward by lifting lever “2”.

NOTE: Driving with the 2nd-row seats in the tumbled position is not recommended when passengers occupy the 3rd row seats. This position is intended only to increase available cargo area without requiring removal of the seats. Do not leave the head restraint stored between the cushions for extended periods of time or inadvertent damage to the seat cover or head restraint may occur.

3. Additional Storage— The 2nd row seats are installed in the middle seating position. Either or both of the rear seats are removed from the vehicle.

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4. Auxiliary Seating— The 2nd row seats are removed from the vehicle. Then the third row seats can be installed in either the rear or middle seat position. If the seat is not occupied, the seatback can be folded forward to obtain additional cargo space. To fold the seatback forward, pull the handle labeled “1” located behind the seat on the passenger side. The seatback will latch in the folded position. To assure the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional downward pressure on the seatback may be required when folding. The same lever is used to return the seatback to the upright position. NOTE: The head restraints are removable, if needed. To remove them, press the release tab on the right side of the base of the head restraint.

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.

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WARNING!

† Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same. Head restraints from one seating position should not be removed and installed in any other seating position. In a collision, serious injury or death may result if the proper head restraint is not installed on each seat. † The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should not be used as a play area by children. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. † It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. † Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. † Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and

using a seat belt properly.

Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center.

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position.

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To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 30
cm (12 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.

WARNING!

If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving.

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LIGHTS All of the lights, except the hazard warning lights, are controlled by switches to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel.

Interior Lights Interior lights are turned on when a door or liftgate is opened, the keyless entry transmitter is activated, or when the dimmer control is moved to the extreme top. NOTE: On long wheel base vehicles the dome lights for the second row seat passenger’s can be turned on or off by pressing the lens. The lights will remain on until the lens is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15
minutes if any of the following occur. † A door, sliding door or the liftgate is left open. † Any overhead reading light is left on. † If the dimmer control is in the extreme top position.

NOTE: The key must be out of the ignition switch or the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this feature to operate. Park Lights

Dimmer Control

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With the park lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the in- strument panel upward will in- crease the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights.

Turn this switch to the first detent to turn the park lights on. This also turns on all instrument panel

lighting. Headlights

Turn the headlight switch to the 2nd detent to turn the headlights and park lights on. This also turns on all instrument panel lighting.

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the dimmer control up or down.

Dome Light Position

Rotate the dimmer control com- pletely upward to the second de- tent (extreme top position) to turn on the interior lights, except the front reading/courtesy lights. The interior remain on when the dimmer control is in this position.

lights will

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Interior light Defeat (OFF)

Rotate the dimmer control to the OFF position (extreme bottom). The interior lights will remain off when the doors or liftgate are open.

Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)

Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent. This feature brightens the odometer, radio and overhead displays when the park lights or headlights are on.

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped

This system automatically turns your headlights ON or OFF based on ambient light levels. To turn the system ON, turn the headlight switch to the extreme counter- clockwise position. When the sys- tem is ON, the Headlight Time Delay feature is also ON. This means your headlights will stay ON for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch OFF. To turn the Automatic System OFF, turn the headlight switch clockwise to the OFF position. NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- lights will come ON in the Automatic mode.

Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet Vehicles Only) The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the vehicle is running, the headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights or the park lights are left on, or if the dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the ignition switch is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. Battery Protection This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing down the battery if the headlights, park lights, or front fog lights are left on for extended periods of time when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After 3
minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK posi- tion and the headlight switch in any position other than

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OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. The battery protection feature will be disabled if the ignition switch is turned to any other position other than LOCK during the 3 minute delay. Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for up to 90 seconds, when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area. To activate the delay feature, turn off the ignition switch while the headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The 90 second delay inter- val begins when headlight switch is turned off. If the headlights or park lights are turned back on or the ignition switch is turned on, the delay will be cancelled. If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner.

If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside turn signal light bulb. If one of the indicators fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator light is defective.

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NOTE: The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of turning the ignition off to activate this feature Front Fog Lights — If Equipped

To activate the front fog lights, turn on the park lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on the headlight switch control knob. An indicator in the headlight switch shows that the front fog lights are on. Pressing the headlight switch control knob in will turn the front fog lights off.

MULTIFUNCTION LEVER

Turn Signals Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the base instrument cluster or Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down.

Turn Signal Warning If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam. Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released. Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the lever to select the desired wiper speed.

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NOTE: Always remove any build-up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.

To use the washer, press the end of the multifunction lever in when spray is desired, the washers will spray for

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a maximum of 20 seconds or until the lever is released. If another washer cycle is desired the end of the lever must be pressed again to get another 20 second washer cycle. If the lever is depressed while in the delay range, the wipers will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval pre- viously selected. If the end of the lever is depressed while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for approximately two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.

WARNING!

Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use.

Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position, then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 20 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every 2
seconds. The time delay will be doubled if the vehicle speed is less than 10 mph (16 km/h).

TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED To tilt the column, pull the small lever, located behind the turn signal control, toward you and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel firmly in place.

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TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPED The TRAC indicator, located below the instrument clus- ter odometer, will light up when the Traction Control is in use. To turn the system OFF, press the TRAC OFF switch located on the steering column, until the TRAC OFF indicator below the instrument cluster odometer lights up.

WARNING!

Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.

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To turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF. NOTE: † The Traction Control System indicator comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system OFF. † The Traction Control will make buzzing or clicking

sounds when in operation.

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel. The adjust- able pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. The switch is located on the right side of the steering column.

Press the button forward to move the pedals forward (toward the front of the vehicle). Press the button rearward to move the pedals rearward (toward the driver). † The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. † The pedals can be adjusted while driving.

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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h). The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel.

† The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control System is ON. The following messages will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Sys- tem (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”).

CAUTION!

Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.

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To Activate: Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi- cator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control system is on. To turn the system OFF, push the “ON/OFF” button again and the system and indicator will turn off.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidently set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system OFF when you aren’t using it.

To Set At A Desired Speed:

When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press and release the “SET” button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. To Deactivate: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the “CANCEL” button or normal braking while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pushing the “ON/OFF” button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the set speed memory. To Resume Speed: To resume a previously set speed, push and release the “RESUME/ACCEL” button. Resume can be used at any speed above 40 km/h (25 mph).

To Vary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed can be increased by pressing and holding the “RESUME/ACCEL” button. When the button is released, a new set speed will be established. Tapping the “RESUME/ACCEL” button once will result in a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the button is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button three times will increase speed by 6 mph (10 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is set, press and hold the “COAST” button. Release the button when the desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set. Tapping the “COAST” button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases.

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To Accelerate For Passing: Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. Your vehicle will experience a downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift to 3rd gear is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed. On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control.

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WARNING!

Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console can contain courtesy/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLinkt), compass/ temperature display, a mini-trip computer, optional elec- tronic vehicle information center (EVIC), power sliding door switches and an optional power liftgate switch.

sunglasses,

storage

for

Courtesy/Reading Lights

At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second time to turn the lights off.

The lights also turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed. The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the overhead console. This light is turned on when the headlight switch is on and will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is rotated up or down. Sunglass Storage At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of two pair of sunglasses. Press the door latch to open the compartment. The door will slowly rotate to an open position.

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Compass/Temperature Display This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing.

WARNING!

Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.

Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the “CAL” symbol will be displayed. After completing three 360°

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turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects, the “CAL” symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally. Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” symbol does not appear, you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually. To put into a Calibration Mode: Turn on the ignition switch and set the display to Comp/Temp. Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ Mini Trip Computer for at least 10 seconds until the “CAL” symbol appears. On vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 10 seconds. Release the RESET button and complete three 360° turns in an area free from large metal objects. The “CAL” symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally.

CAUTION!

Do not place any external magnets, such as magnetic roof mount antennas, in the vicinity of the compass. Do not use magnetic tools when servicing the over- head console.

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console.

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To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Comp/Temp. On vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini Trip Computer press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds. On vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 5 seconds. The “VAR” symbol will light and the last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ Mini Trip Computer or the US/M button on vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp to select the proper vari- ance zone as shown in the map. Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini Trip Com- puter or the C/T button on vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation.

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Mini-Trip Computer This displays information on the following: † Average Fuel Economy (ECO AVG) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. † Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined using the MPG for the last few minutes. † Trip Odometer (ODO) Shows the distance travelled since the last reset. † Elapsed Time (ET) Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset. † Off Mode Shows a blank display.

† Step Button Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini- trip Computer displays. † US/M Button Press this button to convert the display from U.S. to metric. To Reset The Display Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettable function currently being displayed. Resettable functions are average fuel economy, trip odometer and elapsed time. Pressing the reset button twice within four seconds will clear all resettable functions. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed.

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following WARNING messages and symbols. Each message is accompanied by a single chime: † TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic) † PERFORM SERVICE † DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic) † LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic) † WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic) † 1,2,3 OR 4 LOW TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to “Starting † 1,2,3 OR 4 HIGH TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to “Start-

And Operating, Tire Section”)

ing And Operating, Tire Section”)

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And Operating, Tire Section”)

ing And Operating, Tire Section”)

† SERVICE TIRE PRESS. SYSTEM/SEE OWNER’S MANUAL (Refer to “Starting And Operating, Tire Section”) † TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE (Refer to “Starting † TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE (Refer to “Start- † SPARE TIRE IN USE? YES/NO (Refer to “Starting † ALL 5 TIRES WITH CAR? YES/NO (Refer to “Starting † MEMORY SEAT DISABLED (Not in Park) — If † ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/CRUISE ENGAGED † ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/VEHICLE IN RE-

And Operating, Tire Section”)

And Operating, Tire Section”)

Equipped

VERSE

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NOTE: Tire pressure menu items are available only on vehicles equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor Sys- tem. Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped Press the “MENU” button until one of the display choices following appears: Language When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip computer functions. Press the “STEP” button while in this display selects English, Francaise, Deutsch, Italiano, or Espanol. As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language.