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increase or decrease the Treble tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak- ers. Press the tune control again or wait 5 seconds and the radio will return to normal display. SET Button (Radio Mode) To SET The Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.


Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into push-button memory. You may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM,12 FM and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into push- button memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed.


Preset Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push-button memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12
Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operation Instructions - CD Mode


NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display. If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch to CD mode and begin to play. The display will show the track number and play time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one.


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switch OFF.


NOTE: • You may insert or eject a disc with the radio or ignition • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the display will show the time of day.


SEEK Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track, or return to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10
seconds of the current selection. MUTE Button ((CD Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers.


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SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode)


Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the last selected mode.


If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The radio mode will continue to appear. TIME Button (CD Mode) Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. RW/FF (CD Mode) Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner.


NOTE: RND Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature. If the RW button is pressed, the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing. Press the RDN button a second time to stop Random Play.


Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE (UConnect™) section of the Owner’s Manual.


SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VIDEO CAPABILITIES


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Operating Instructions - Radio Mode


NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. The volume can be turned down, but not up, when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON.


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Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the Radio, CD player, Hands Free Phone, Satellite, or Vehicle Entertainment System (VES) (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode. Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down.The radio will remained tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button and will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. MUTE Button (Radio Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers


In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the


NOTE: MUTE button mutes the microphone. SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. Pressing the AM/FM button continues the search in the alternate frequency band. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the INFO button for an RBDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).


RW/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM or Satel- lite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control to increase or decrease the frequency. AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones.


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Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak- ers. Press the rotary TUNE control again to exit setting tone, balance and fade. RDN/PTY Button (Radio Mode) Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off. Pressing the PTY button


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within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broad- cast PTY information. Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types:


Program Type


16 Digit-Character Dis-


play


No program type or un-


defined News


None


News


Information


Information


Sports Talk Rock


Classic Rock Adult Hits Soft Rock


Sports Talk Rock


Classic_Rock Adult_Hits Soft_Rock


Top 40
Country Oldies Soft


Nostalgia


Jazz


Classical


Top_40
Country Oldies Soft


Nostalgia


Jazz


Classical


Rhythm and Blues


Soft Rhythm and Blues


Foreign Language Religious Music Religious Talk


Personality


Public College


Unassigned


Weather


Rhythm_and_Blues


Soft_R_&_B


Foreign_Language Religious_Music Religious_Talk


Personality


Public College


Weather


By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push-button memory {12AM, 12 FM, and 12
Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operation Instructions - (CD MODE For CD Audio Play)


NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable


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compact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. Inserting Compact Disc(s)


CAUTION!


This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism.


You may eject a disc with the radio OFF. If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the display will show the time of day. If you insert a disc with the ignition OFF, the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds, then go out. If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and


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begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. SEEK Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection. MUTE Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers.


SCAN Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing. LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play)


LOAD/ EJECT - Load


Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. After the radio displays ⬙LOAD DISC⬙ insert the CD into the player. Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading.


LOAD / EJECT - Eject


Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙EJECTING DISC⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press and hold the LOAD/ EJECT button to eject all discs in the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and there are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD. If the CD is removed and there are no other CD’s in the radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙NO DISC LOADED⬙. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF.


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TIME Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display and small clock time display to a large clock time display and small CD playing time display. RW/FF (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press FF (Fast Forward) once and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is pressed again or RW or another CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner. TUNE Control (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Pressing the TUNE control allows the setting of the Tone, Fade, and Balance. See Radio Mode. AM/FM Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Switches the Radio to the Radio mode.


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RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature. If the RW button is pressed, the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing. Press the RDN button a second time to stop Random Play. BUTTONS 1 - 6 (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Selects disc positions 1 - 6 for Play/Load/Eject.


Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3
file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported media (disc types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW. Supported medium formats (file systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660
Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15


• Maximum number of files: 255
• Maximum number of folders: 100
• Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a • Level 2: 31 (including a separator


3-character extension)


⬙.⬙ and a


3-character extension)


Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after writing⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times.


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Supported MP3 file formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3
extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates.


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MPEG Specifi-


cation


Sampling Fre- quency (kHz)


MPEG-1 Audio


Layer 3


48, 44.1, 32


MPEG-2 Audio


Layer 3


24, 22.05, 16


Bit rate (kbps)


320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32
160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24,


16, 8


ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not supported.


Playback of MP3 files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer • Number of files and folders - Loading times will


to load than non-multisession discs


CD-R media


increase with more files and folders


To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc.


Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)


SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file. LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)


LOAD/ EJECT - Load


Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. After the radio displays ⬙LOAD DISC⬙ insert the CD into the player. Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading.


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LOAD / EJECT - Eject


Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙EJECTING DISC⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press and hold the LOAD/ EJECT button to eject all discs in the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and there are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD. If the CD is removed and there are no other CD’s in the radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙NO DISC LOADED.⬙


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INFO Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press and INFO button while playing MP3 disc. The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- able). Press the INFO button once more to return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ priority mode. Press and hold the INFO button while in the message display priority mode or elapsed time display priority mode will display the song title for each file. RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press the FF side of the button to move forward through the MP3 selection. TUNE Control (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the TUNE Control allows the adjustment of Tone, Balance, and Fade.


AM/FM Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing this button plays files randomly. SET/DIR Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, when playing an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structure. Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Press the TUNE control to select a folder. Buttons 1 - 6 (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Selects disc positions 1 - 6 for Play/Load/Eject. Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone section of the Owner’s Manual.


Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES威) (If Equipped) Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES威) Guide.


the Owner’s


SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satel- lite Radio. This service offers up to 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.


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System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com. Please have the following informa- tion available when activating your system: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Credit card information. 3. Your Vehicle Identification Number. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:


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ESN/SID Access With REF Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the Eject or CD Eject (depending on the radio type) and Time buttons simultaneously for 3
seconds. The first four digits of the twelve-digit ESN/SID number will be displayed. Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits. Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN/SID digits have been displayed. The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits are displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. ESN/SID Access With RAQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID num- bers will be displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID


mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. Selecting Satellite Mode in REF Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until ⬙S A⬙ appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word ⬙SIRIUS⬙ appears in the display. These radios will also display the following: • After 3 seconds, the current channel name and channel • The current program type and channel number will • The current channel number will then be displayed


number will be displayed for 5 seconds.


then be displayed for 5 seconds.


until an action occurs.


A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released. Press and release the SCAN button (if equipped) to automatically change channels every 7 seconds. The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel. The word ⬙SCAN⬙ will appear in the display between each channel change. Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search. NOTE: Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked. Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888-539- 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock- ing. Please have your ESN/SID information available.


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Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory. These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set procedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if equipped) Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio. PTY Button ⴖSCANⴖ When the desired program type is obtained, press the ⬙SCAN⬙ button within five seconds. The radio will play 7
seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type. Press the ⬙SCAN⬙ button a second time to stop the search. NOTE: Pressing the ⬙SEEK⬙ or ⬙SCAN⬙ button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by


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one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search. PTY Button ⴖSEEKⴖ When the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙SEEK⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected. Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception on vehicles available with a luggage rack, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased perfor- mance. Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna.


structure or under a physical obstacle.


Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can


cause intermittent reception.


cause signal blockage.


REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches.


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The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode. Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons. CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once


The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or CD.


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will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play. If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. The button in the center of the left hand switch changes CD’s on the 6–Disc in-dash CD changer radio. This button does not function for all other radios.


COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the compact discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge.


3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- ing the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners, or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- NOTE: lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service.


RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation.


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CLIMATE CONTROLS


Manual Control


The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. The following describes its operation:


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Air Conditioning Operation


To turn the air conditioning On or Off perform the following steps:


setting.


• Position the mode control button to the desired airflow • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located to the right of the temperature control slide. An indicator light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air conditioning is On. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button a second time to


turn the air conditioning Off.


engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- pressor is on. This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy. Front Blower Control


The Front Blower controls the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment. There are four blower speeds. The fan speed increases as you move the control clock- wise. When the front blower control is turned to OFF, the blower will be turned off and the system will be positioned


NOTE: The compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in


in recirculation mode.


Front Mode Control


The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution.


NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both modes.


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Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level)


Select either the Panel or Bi-Level mode positions when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling of the interior is desired. This feature allows for recir- culation of interior air only. Air flows through the panel outlets or panel and


floor outlets in these modes. Panel


Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to


direct the airflow. Bi-Level


Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- ment panel and those located on the floor.


NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer


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air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions. Heat (Floor)


Outside air flows primarily through the floor out- lets located under the instrument panel. A small amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix


Outside air flows in equal proportions through the floor and defroster outlet.


NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Temperature Control The temperature of the air is controlled by a slide located on the top center of the control panel. Move the slide left or right to change the temperature. The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures.


Defrost


Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defroster outlet located at the base of


the windshield and side window demist outlets.


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Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped


Rotating this knob left to the “REAR CONTROL” position allows the passengers in the second and third row seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of the rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as described under “Rear Zone Control.” Rotating this knob to the “OFF” position, turns off the rear climate controls. Rotating this knob to the right of the “OFF” position allows the Driver and front passenger to control the rear blower speed, and the rear temperature using the front temperature slide. The mode, front or rear, is always controlled by the front mode control. For example: Panel


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mode on the front control will give you air from the outlets in the headliner in the rear. Floor mode in the front will give you floor in the rear. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped The control can be turned on by pressing the POWER button. When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode prior to being turned off. Pressing the POWER button again will turn off the control. The control can also be turned on by pressing any button and it will display the corresponding operating mode for that button.


Automatic Control The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in various weather conditions with a simple operation: • Select your desired temperature setting by pressing


the + or – side of the TEMP rocker switch.


The ATC system uses an infrared sensor located in the overhead console to measure the temperature of the driver. Based on the sensor input, the system will auto- matically control comfort by varying the temperature, fan speed, and mode. This maintains a comfortable tempera- ture, even under changing conditions. It is important that the infrared sensor is kept clean and that objects are not blocking the sensor. It is also important that objects are not used that may scratch or damage it in any way. Level Of Automatic Control 72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person, however, this may vary. NOTE: The temperature setting can be adjusted at any time without affecting automatic control operation. It is not necessary to move the temperature setting for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the tem- perature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible.


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In cold weather, the fan will not turn on in NOTE: AUTO mode until the engine coolant has warmed up sufficiently. This is indicated by the WARM UP DELAY message on the display. NOTE: The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by selecting the US/M customer programmable feature. Refer to the ⬙Overhead Console-Customer Pro- grammable Features.⬙ The mode will also be shown in the display and will change as required during automatic operation. NOTE: The system can be put into recirculate mode without affecting ATC operation. This will prevent out- side air from entering the vehicle. Use this mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust.


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Manual Control (ATC) You also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and mode manually. Pressing the fan speed button or any mode button places the system into manual operation. While in manual operation there are six fan speeds available and the choice of any mode. The airflow temperature is adjusted automatically to maintain the desired comfort level. You can adjust the temperature by pressing the + or – TEMP rocker switch. FAN Control


Use this button to regulate the amount of air deliv- ered through the system in any mode you select. Press the + or – side of the button to increase or decrease fan speed. Air Conditioning Operation


Press this button to turn on the air conditioning compressor. A snow flake symbol in the display


shows that the compressor is on. Compressor operation is automatic when you press the AUTO button and no snowflake is shown. The compressor can operate at any temperature above 32°F (0°C). NOTE: The compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- pressor is on. This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy. Recirculate Button


Press this button to recirculate the air inside the vehicle. Outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. Use this mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, dust or when


rapid cooling of the interior is required.


Manual control of Recirculation is possible only in Panel, Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or Defrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash three times indicating recirculation is not available in these modes. If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press NOTE: the recirculate button to return to outside air. Some conditions will cause captured interior air to fog win- dows when in recirculate mode. Panel


Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to


direct the airflow. Floor (Heat)


Outside air flows primarily through the floor out- lets located under the instrument panel. A small amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.


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Mix


Outside air flows in equal proportions through the floor and defroster outlets.


Bi-Level


Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- ment panel and those located on the floor.


NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions. Defrost


Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defroster outlets located at the base of


the windshield and side window demist outlets. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if


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the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Rear Temperature Control (ATC) The “REAR FUNCTIONS” button cycles through the following modes: Rear Control from Front This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear blower speeds using the FAN +/– rocker switch and the rear temperature using the TEMP +/– rocker switch. While in this mode, pressing the POWER button will turn the rear system off. Pressing the POWER, TEMP or FAN buttons will turn the rear system back on. NOTE: The display will show a “REAR” fan speed graph and a “REAR” temperature graph. CONTROL IN REAR This allows the passengers in the second row seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of


the rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as described under the ⬙Rear Zone Climate Control.⬙ NOTE: The display will show “CONTROL IN REAR.” REAR OFF This turns the rear system off. The control will return to the front system display after approximately 5 seconds if no buttons are pushed while in one of the rear system displays. You may also return to the front system display sooner by pushing any button except the POWER, REAR, TEMP or FAN buttons. NOTE: The display will show “REAR OFF.” Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book.


Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped


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Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knobs on the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow.


The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: one for the temperature control and the other for the fan speed control. The mode for the rear air conditioning and heating system is always controlled by the front control unit. Fan and temperature can be controlled from the front control unit or the rear control unit.


NOTE: For best operation, make sure that ventilation grilles located in the rear storage area are not obstructed by stowed articles.


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Rear Rotary Blower Control The second row seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed, only when the front control unit is in the “REAR CONTROL” position. The rear blower switch has an “Off” position and a range of blower speeds. Rotating the rear blower control clock- wise will increase the blower speed. Rear Rotary Temperature Control The second row seat occupants have control of the rear temperature control, only when the front control unit is in the “REAR CONTROL” position. To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, rotate the temperature control knob to the right or left. The blue area indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures.


Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart If the Front Control is Rear Airflow will come selected from Panel Headliner Bi-Level Headliner • Between Bi-Level Floor Bi-Level Floor Mix Defrost Operating Tips


Floor Floor Floor


Fast Cooldown For a fast cooldown, set the blower fan to the highest setting, set the mode control to the panel fresh position, press the snowflake button to turn on the air condition- ing, and drive with the windows open for the first few minutes. Once the hot air has been expelled, close the windows and set the mode selector to the Recirculation


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panel or Recirculation Bi-level position. When a comfort- able condition has been reached, choose a mode position and adjust the temperature control and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity condi- tions it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation mode to maintain comfort. Window Fogging Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases turning on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control, air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort. As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to direct air onto the windshield by using MIX Mode position on the control. Adjust the temperature control


When stopped in heavy traffic, it may be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and press the accelerator slightly for fast idle operation. Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstruc- tions.


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and blower speed to maintain comfort. Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging. Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during summer to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating. A 50 % concentration is recommended. When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, addi- tional engine cooling may be required. If this situation is encountered, operate the transmission in a lower gear.


Operating Tips Chart


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REAR WINDOW FEATURES


Rear Window Wiper/Washer


A rotating switch located on the climate control panel turns the rear wiper On or Off. Pressing the rotating switch inward activates the rear window washer. Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittent delay times for the rear wiper. The delay times range from 20 to 1 second.


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CAUTION!


Use care when washing the inside of the rear win- dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements.


If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will resume operation. Rear Window Defrosting


A push-button type switch is located in the climate control panel. Press the switch and the rear win- dow defroster and electric remote control heated mirrors (if equipped) will turn On. An amber indicator on the push-button will light when the defroster is turned On. An symbol will be displayed when the defroster is turned on with an ATC control. Push again to turn Off prior to time-out. The defroster will automatically turn Off after fifteen minutes. For ten more minutes of operation, push the button again. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operating.


STARTING AND OPERATING


CONTENTS


䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
▫ Engine Block Heater — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 220
䡵 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
䡵 Four-Wheel Drive Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226


▫ NV 144 Transfer Case Operating


Information/Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226


▫ Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case . . . 228
▫ NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating


Information / Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229


▫ Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II


Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
䡵 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
䡵 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
. . . 236
䡵 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
䡵 Rocking The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239


▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)


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䡵 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . 243
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 244
䡵 Tires—General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
▫ Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
▫ Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 252
▫ Limited Use Spare — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 253
▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255


▫ Alignment And Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
䡵 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information . . . . . . . 257
䡵 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
▫ Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
▫ Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266


䡵 Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
䡵 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Curb Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
▫ Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
▫ Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating


(GCWR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275


▫ Trailer Towing—Hitches ▫ Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer


Weight Ratings)


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275


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▫ Dodge Durango Models


▫ Trailer Towing Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
▫ Trailer Tow Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
▫ Cooling System Tips—Trailer Towing . . . . . . . 278
䡵 Snowplow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
䡵 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 280
. . . . . . . . . 280
. . . . . . . . . 280
䡵 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
䡵 Equipment Identification Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284


▫ Recreational Towing 2WD Models ▫ Recreational Towing 4WD Models


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STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter from overheating. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range.


WARNING!


Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly. See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting procedures and follow them carefully.


Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5
seconds, then repeat the starting procedure. If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.


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CAUTION!


To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.


If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accel- erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the Normal Starting procedure should be repeated.


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WARNING!


WARNING!


Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury.


Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death.


After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled on fuel injected engines and will decrease as the engine warms up.


CAUTION!


Long periods of engine idling can cause excessive exhaust temperatures which can damage your ve- hicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.


Engine Block Heater — If Equipped The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three wire extension cord. The 3.7L/4.7L engine block heater cord is located at the front of the engine compartment near the radiator cap. The 5.7L engine block heater cord is located on the left side of the engine compartment and rearward of the power distribution center.


WARNING!


Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.


AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION


Automatic Transmission The electronic PRNDL on the instrument cluster indicates the transmission gear selected. The selector lever is mounted on the right side of the steering column. To drive, move the selector lever from Park or Neutral to the desired drive position. Pull selector lever toward you when shifting into Reverse, Second, First or Park, or when shifting out of Park.


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Brake/Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of Park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON position. Always depress the brake pedal first, before moving the gear selector out of PARK. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from Park or Neutral position into another gear range. “P” Park Supplements parking brake by locking the transmission. Engine can be started in this range. Never use Park while vehicle is in motion. Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. Always apply parking brake first, then place selector in Park position.


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WARNING!


WARNING!


Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without first pulling the lever toward you, after you have set it in P (Park). Make sure it is in Park before leaving the vehicle.


WARNING!


Never use Park position on an automatic transmis- sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.


It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.


“R” Reverse Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.


“N” Neutral Shift to Neutral when vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with engine running. Engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. NOTE: Towing the vehicle (except as specified under Towing A Disabled Vehicle), coasting, or otherwise driv- ing the vehicle while in N (Neutral) can cause severe transmission damage “D” Drive For most city and highway driving. “2” Second For driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is desirable. Use it also when climbing long grades, and for engine brak- ing when descending moderately steep grades. To pre- vent excessive engine speed do not exceed 45 miles per hour (72 km/h) in this range.


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“1” First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph (40 km/h) or less when going down hill. To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25
mph (40 km/h) in this range. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- tronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive). The transmission will automatically shift from Drive to Overdrive if the following conditions are present: • the transmission selector is in Drive; • the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem- • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48
• the “TOW/HAUL” switch has not been activated;


perature;


km/h);


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• transmission has reached normal operating tempera-


ture. If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- NOTE: peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature. Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level. Refer also to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in this section. If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, the transmission will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature. If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down. After cooldown, the transmission will resume normal opera- tion.


The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Drive if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When To Use “TOW/HAUL” Mode


When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the “TOW/HAUL” button. This will improve


5th gear


performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified. Shifts into Overdrive (4th gear) are allowed during steady cruise (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (for improved braking) will occur during steady braking. The “TOW/HAUL” light will illuminate in the instru- ment cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time restores normal operation. If the “TOW/HAUL” mode is desired, the button must be pressed each time the engine is started. Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy is included in all automatic transmissions. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at a calibrated speed at


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the


light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in high gear. When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed, or during acceleration, clutch automatically and smoothly disengages. The feature is operational in Over- drive and in Drive. NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usually after 1-3 miles (1.6 - 4.8 km) of driving]. Because the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting into Overdrive when cold. This is normal. Pressing the⬙TOW/HAUL⬙ button will demonstrate that the transmission is able to shift into and out of Overdrive. If the vehicle has not been driven in several NOTE: days, the first few seconds of operation after shifting the transmission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due to


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the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission. This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission. The torque converter will refill within five seconds of shifting from Park into any other gear position.


FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION


NV 144 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions The NV 144 is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the Four-Wheel-Drive (4WD) Control Switch, which is located on the instrument panel. The NV 144 transfer case provides 2 mode positions: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and 4-Wheel-Drive LOCK. The NV 144 transfer case is designed to be driven in for AWD for normal street and highway conditions (all road surfaces roads).


When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4LOCK position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the 4LOCK position - see Shifting Procedure section for specific shifting instructions. The 4LOCK position is designed for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4LOCK posi- tion on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components. Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster, and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection. If there are no indicator lights on or flashing the transfer case position is All-Wheel Drive (AWD). The “SVC 4WD” warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system. If this light remains on after engine start up


or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required.


WARNING!


Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the ⴖService 4WDⴖ light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury.


NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The NV 144 transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case.


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Proper operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel-drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: AWD Normal All-Wheel-Drive High Range - Employs inter- axle differential. Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds. All road surfaces.


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4LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive LOCK - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only.


Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case


AWD to 4LOCK or 4LOCK to AWD With the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUN- NING, rotate the transfer case switch, located on the instrument panel to the desired position.


NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4LOCK may be experi- enced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive vehicle loading. If any of the requirements to select a new NOTE: transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift.The indicator light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained.To retry a selection, turn the control knob back to the current position, wait five (5) seconds, and retry the shift. NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between AWD/4LOCK if the rear wheels are spinning (no trac- tion). In this situation the position indicator light will continue to flash. At this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have stopped spinning. NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable.


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If the key is not ON then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions The NV 244 Generation II is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch, which is located on the instrument panel. The NV 244 Generation II transfer case provides 4 mode positions - Normal all-wheel-drive high range, four- wheel-drive LOCK, four-wheel-drive low range, and neutral. This transfer case is equipped with an inter-axle differ- ential that allows driving the vehicle in the normal all-wheel-drive position (AWD) at all times on any given road surface, including dry hard surfaced roads. The AWD mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds. This eliminates driveline binding and component wear normally associated with driving the


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vehicle in the 4LOCK position on dry hard surfaced roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. When additional traction is required, the 4LOCK and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle differential and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to these positions. The 4LOCK and 4LO positions are intended for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4LOCK and 4LO positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components. The transfer case Neutral (N) position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch.


NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreational towing only. See Recreational Tow- ing section for specific procedures on shifting into and out of Neutral (N). Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster. If there are no indicator lights on or flashing the transfer case position is All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection (4HI ⇔ 4LOCK). The “SVC 4WD” warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system. If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required.


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positions at a given road speed. Take care not to over- speed the engine and do not exceed 40 km/h (25 mph). Proper operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.


WARNING!


Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the ⴖService 4WDⴖ light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury.


NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The NV 244 Generation II transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case. When operating your vehicle in 4LO, the engine speed is approximately three times that of the AWD or 4LOCK


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WARNING!


You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.


For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: AWD Normal All-Wheel-Drive High Range - Employs inter- axle differential. Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds. All road surfaces.


4LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive LOCK - Locks the transfer case inter- axle differential. Forces front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4LO Four-Wheel-Drive Low Range - Low speed 4 wheel drive. Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25
mph (40 km/h). Neutral - Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle. See Recreational Towing for more infor- mation.


Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case


NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between AWD/ 4LOCK if the rear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation a position indicator light will flash and the original position indicator light will remain ON. At this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the


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wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have stopped spinning. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of the 4LOCK position may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive loading. NOTE: When shifting into or out of 4LO some gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants. Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3
mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. USE EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES: Preferred Procedure 1. With the engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3
mph (3 to 5 km/h). 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.


If any of the requirements to select a new NOTE: transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift. The indicator light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained. To retry the selection, turn the control knob back to the current position, wait five (5) seconds, and retry the shift.


PARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.


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3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing, shift the transmission back into gear. Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. With the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing, shift the transmission back into gear. NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key is not ON then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.


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NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.


Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear-shift lever is in PARK position. When parking on a hill you should apply the Parking Brake before placing the gear shift lever in PARK; otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of PARK.


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WARNING!


• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or vehicle may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving, failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident. • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.


BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason, (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly increased over that required with the power system operating. If either the front or rear hydraulic systems lose normal capability, the remaining system will still function with some loss of braking effectiveness. This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and activation of the Brake Warning Lamp and the ABS Lamp during brake use. Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) This Anti-Lock Brake System is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system operates with a separate com- puter to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.


The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation, which is normal. The Anti-Lock Brake system includes an amber (ABS) warning light. When the light is illuminated, the Anti- Lock Brake system is not functioning. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning the ignition Off and On again may reset the Anti-Lock Brake system if the fault detected was only momentary.


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WARNING!


Anti-Lock Brake Systems contain sophisticated elec- tronic equipment. It may be susceptible to interfer- ence caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be done by qualified professionals.


WARNING!


Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.


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WARNING!


• Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.


• The ABS cannot prevent accidents,


including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.


When you are in a severe braking condition involving use of the Anti-lock Brake system, you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system. Engagement of the Anti-lock Brake System may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation. You may also hear a clicking noise. These occurrences are normal, and indi- cate that the system is functioning properly.


POWER STEERING Your power steering system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for any reason the hydraulic pressure is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions you will experience an increase in steering effort and a noticeable amount of “free play” in the steering wheel.


ROCKING THE VEHICLE If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE, while applying slight pressure to the accelerator. The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main- tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective. Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.


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TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION


Tire Markings


NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H.


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• European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT(Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.


• Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • High Flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.


Tire Sizing Chart


Size Designation:


EXAMPLE:


P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%)


—Ratio of section height to section width of tire.


10.5 = Section Width in Inches (in) R = Construction Code


—⬙R⬙ means Radial Construction. —⬙D⬙ means Diagonal or Bias Construction.


15 = Rim Diameter in Inches (in)


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Service Description:


EXAMPLE:


95 = Load Index


—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.


H = Speed Symbol


—A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un- der specified operating conditions. (ie. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions and posted speed limits).


Load Identification:


ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire Light Load = Light Load Tire C,D,E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure


Maximum Load — Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry. Maximum Pressure — Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire.


Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire.


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Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.


EXAMPLE:


DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301


DOT = Department of Transportation


—This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards, and is approved for highway use.


MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location.(2 digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size.(2 digits) ABCD = Code used by tire manufacturer.(1 to 4 digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits)


—03 means the 3rd week.


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01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits)


EXAMPLE:


—01 means the year 2001. —Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have 1 number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991.


Tire Loading and Tire Pressure


Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure for pas- senger cars is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar. For vehicles other than passenger cars, the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the shutface of the driver’s door, the “B” pillar, the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment.


Tire Placard Location


Tire and Loading Information Placard


Tire and Loading Information


This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle


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4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWR’s, vehicle loading and trailer towing, see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX


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lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lb.)


5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustra- tion purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392
Kg).


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WARNING!


1. Safety—


Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.


TIRES—GENERAL INFORMATION


Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure:


WARNING!


Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. • Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect

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