2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Owners Manual

2 — ATC Sensor 3 — Interior Lights

4 — Storage/Mirror 5 — Switch Bank

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Courtesy/Interior Lighting At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights (standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.

The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle. Press a second time to turn each light off. You may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the outside ring, which is identified with four directional arrows (LED lamps only).

The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the overhead console (pre- mium console only). 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.

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Sunglass Storage (non-sunroof only) At the rear of the front overhead console, a compartment is provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses.

An additional LED at the front of the rear console shines down on the front foot-well area while in courtesy mode, for added convenience.

From the closed position, press the door over-travel latch to open the compartment. The door will slowly rotate to the full open position. From this position, the door can be fully closed or, by rotating upward about 3/4 of the way and releasing, positioned for conversation mirror use.

From the ⬙conversation mirror⬙ position, the door can only be closed. To return to the full open position, the door must first be closed and then opened by pressing the over-travel latch again to release.

NOTE: The front overhead console supplied with fac- tory sunroof, incorporates a sunroof switch.

Rear Overhead Consoles — If Equipped The rear overhead storage system is available in two versions: with or without sunroof.

Overhead Compartment Features

1 — DVD 1
2 — Rear HVAC 3 — Interior Lights 4 — Storage 1 If equipped, otherwise storage.

5 — Storage 6 — DVD 1
7 — Interior Lights 8 — Halo Lighting

Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If Equipped The overhead console has two sets of courtesy lights. The lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.

The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle. Press the lens a second time to turn each light off. You may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the outside ring, which is identified with four directional arrows.

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Rear Console Halo Lighting The rear overhead console has recessed halo lighting around the perimeter of the console base. This feature provides additional lighting options while traveling and is controlled by the headlight switch. Refer to ”Halo Lights — If Equipped” under “Lights” in Section 3.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.

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The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 channels.

HomeLink威 Buttons

NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.

WARNING!

• Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this trans- ceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by Federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or as- sistance.

• Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death.

Programming Homelink姞

Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons, erase all channels before you begin training.

To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes.

It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for more efficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage when programming.

Begin Programming

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.

2. Hold the battery side of the hand-held transmitter away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program.

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Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view.

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 button and the hand-held transmitter button until the HomeLink威 indicator changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, then release both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons.

Watch for the HomeLink威 indicator to change flash rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up to 30 seconds, or longer in rare cases. The garage door may open and close while you train.

NOTE: • Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” section.

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• After training a HomeLink威 channel, if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga- rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have a rolling code. If so, proceed to Step 5 “Programming A Rolling Code System.”

4. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator light.

If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and the garage door (or device) should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed.

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, proceed to Step 5 “Pro- gramming A Rolling Code System.”

5. Programming A Rolling Code System At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “Learn” or “Training” button.

This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door.

Training The Garage Door Opener

1 — Door Opener 2 — Training Button

6. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.

NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed.

7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete.

If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training.

If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.

To program the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons, repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT erase the channels.

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Using HomeLink威 To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.

Reprogramming a Single Homelink威 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.

2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button.

3. Without releasing the button, proceed with Program- ming Homelink威 Step 2 and follow all remaining steps.

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Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to time-out in the same manner.

It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor.

If you are having difficulties programming a garage door opener or a gate operator, replace “Programming HomeLink威” Step 3, with the following:

3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release - every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLink威

has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained.

If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in at this time.

Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink威,” earlier in this section.

Security It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle.

To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be erased.

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.

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Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, here are some of the most common solutions:

2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Replace the battery in the original transmitter.

• Press the “Learn” button on the Garage Door Opener

to complete the training for a Rolling Code.

• Did you unplug the device for training, and remember

to plug it back in?

NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.

If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.

• The term IC before the certification/registration num- Industry Canada technical

ber only signifies that specifications were met.

General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof control switch is located in the front overhead console.

The sunroof panel tilts upward at the rear for ventilation or slides rearward under the roof.

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Power Sunroof Operation

Opening the Sunroof Manually Press the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. During this opera- tion, any release of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

WARNING!

In an accident, there is greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.

Closing the Sunroof Manually To close the sunroof from an open or vent position, press and hold the switch forward. The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically. Release the switch to stop sun- roof travel at any point.

Sunroof Sunshade Operation The sunroof sunshade can be opened manually. How- ever, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.

NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open.

WARNING!

Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sun- roof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

Express-Open Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Express-Open”. During Express-Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

Express-Vent Press and release the ⬙V⬙ button, and the sunroof will automatically open to the vent position. This is called “Express-Vent”.

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Express-Close Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position. The sunroof will close fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Express-Close”. During Express-Close operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

WARNING!

Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switch will remain active for 10 min- utes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.

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Auto-Express with Anti-Pinch Protection During express closing, anytime an obstacle that restricts glass movement is detected, the motor will stop and reverse travel to avoid pinching the object.

Auto Express will stop and reverse travel up to three times in succession. After the third time, Auto Express will enter a manual operation mode. This allows the operator to manually control the power switch, in order to close or open the sunroof in case of a malfunction.

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 or open any window.

Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel.

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED Two 12-Volt power outlets are located on the lower instrument panel, next to the open storage bin. The upper power outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the lower power outlet is connected directly to the battery. The upper power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit (if equipped with an optional Smoker’s Package). To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR威 cigar knob and element must be used.

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The outlet in the rear quarter panel near the liftgate and the upper outlet in the instrument panel are both con- trolled by the ignition switch. Each of these outlets can support 160 Watts (13 Amps). Do not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps) for each of these outlets.

The power outlets include tethered caps, labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating the power source. The power outlet, located on the lower instrument panel, is powered directly from the battery. Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands.

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12-Volt Power Outlets

One outlet in the removable floor console shares a fuse with the lower outlet in the instrument panel and is also connected to the battery. Do not exceed a maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) shared between the lower panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet.

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WARNING! (Continued)

CAUTION! (Continued)

• Close the lid when not in use and while driving

the vehicle.

• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

electric shock and failure.

CAUTION!

• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

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• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with greater caution.

• After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.

• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage.

POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED A 110-Volt, 150-Watt inverter outlet (if equipped) con- verts DC current to AC current, and is located on the left rear trim panel immediately behind the second row left passenger seat. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools. Due to built-in overload protec- tion, the power outlet will shut down if the power rating is exceeded. Each device to be powered should be checked first to make sure it does not exceed the outlet’s 150 Watts maximum rating.

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Power Inverter Outlet

The power inverter switch is located near the center of the instrument panel below the two 12-Volt power out- lets.

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To turn on the power outlet, press the switch once. Press the switch a second time to turn the power outlet off.

Power Inverter Switch

CUPHOLDERS There are nine cupholders in the interior. Two cupholders in the center front instrument panel, four in the floor consoles and three more are located in the third row quarter trim panel.

All liners are removable for cleaning. Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer or tray starting at one edge for easy removal. Refer to “Cleaning The Instru- ment Panel Cupholders” in Section 7.

Instrument Panel Cupholders The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull-out drawer just above the lower storage bin.

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Interior Bottle Holders There are four bottle holders located in the interior. One bottle holder is molded into each front interior door trim panels, and one bottle holder is molded into each side sliding interior door trim panel. Each holder accommo- dates up to a 20 oz (1 L) plastic bottle.

Front Cupholders

Pull the drawer out firmly until it stops, and place the container to be held in either one of the cupholder wells. The cupholders are designed to accommodate a wide variety of container types and sizes. Press down on the container to engage the cupholder retention features.

Interior Bottle Holder

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Two outboard mesh pockets are on intermediate seating. The mesh pockets are flexible enough to hold juice boxes, toys, games or MP3 players, etc.

Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped With the optional authorized dealer-installed Smoker’s Package Kit, a removable ash receiver is inserted into one of the two cupholders in the center front instrument panel. To install the ash receiver, align the receiver so the thumb grip on the lid is facing rearward. Press the ash receiver into either of the cup wells to secure. Pull upward on the ash receiver to remove for cleaning and/or storage.

The left rear trim panel cupholder is designed to accom- modate a second ash receiver, if desired.

STORAGE

Glove Compartments There are both upper and lower glove compartments.

Upper Glove Compartment To open the upper compartment, press in on the upper latch. The door will spring open about 1 in (2.54 cm). Manually lift the front edge of the door upward until fully opened and the detent is engaged.

To close the compartment door, firmly push downward on the door’s surface to release the detent and latch the door closed.

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Door Trim Panel Storage

Front Door Storage Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for storage.

Glove Compartment Features

1 — Lower Compartment 2 — Lower Latch/Lock

3 — Upper Latch 4 — Upper Compartment

Lower Glove Compartment To open the lower compartment pull out on the release handle. NOTE: The lower compartment is equipped with a lock that is part of the compartment handle (2).

Front Door Storage

1 — Rear Map Pocket 2 — Storage Pocket

3 — Bottle Holder 4 — Front Map Pocket

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Sliding Side Door Bottle Holder Both sliding doors have a bottle holder molded right into the trim.

Sliding Door Bottle Holder

Driver’s Seatback Storage

1 — Bag Holder 2 — Standard Pocket 3 — Mesh Pocket

Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped The driver’s seatback has a primary storage pocket on all models and an optional secondary mesh pocket.

Umbrella Holder An umbrella holder has been conveniently molded into the left front door entry scuff molding.

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Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙Lock⬙ position to allow greater access to the storage bin.

Umbrella Holder

Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If Equipped The seat storage bins are located on the floor in front of the second row seats. The area below the covers can be used for storage when the second row seat is in the upright position.

Storage Bin

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CAUTION!

NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover.

WARNING!

In an accident, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched. • DO NOT drive the vehicle with the storage bin

covers open.

• Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched

while the vehicle is in motion.

• DO NOT use a storage bin latch as a tie down.

Coat Hooks Coat hooks are located along the headliner for the second and third row seating positions. The coat hook load limit is 10 lbs (4.5 kg). Exceeding the recommended load limit can cause the coat hooks to break or disengage from the vehicle.

Cargo Area Storage The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement “Load To This Line”. This line indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing.

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CONSOLE FEATURES There are two consoles available: Basic and Premium.

Basic Console Basic Console features consist of the following:

• The basic console profile allows vehicle occupants to

easily pass through the first row to the second.

• Four cupholders accept up to extra large size beverage cups or 20 oz (.6 L) plastic bottles. Cupholders are dishwasher safe for cleaning.

• The cupholders are removable to access a large storage

Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit

bin.

NOTE: With all rear seats stowed or removed, 4 x 8 foot sheets of building material will fit on the vehicle floor with the liftgate closed. The front seats must be moved slightly forward of the rearmost position.

• The basic console is removable from the vehicle for additional floor space by removing the cap and clip at the console base.

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To Remove The Basic Floor Console

5. Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched.

1. Remove the front anchor cup plug and clip.

2. Slide the console base forward while lifting slightly to clear the rear load floor hook.

3. Remove the console.

To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console

1. Position the console at a slight angle (front slightly higher than the rear).

2. Slide the console rearward into the floor bracket/ hook.

3. Align the console until the front anchor cup plug hole is centered on the winch hole.

4. Reinstall the clip first and then while pushing down- ward on the console with slight pressure, reinstall the cover plug.

WARNING!

In an accident, serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed. Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched.

Premium Console — If Equipped The three-compartment console with sliding storage bin, sliding upper tray with storage and large console storage bin offers multiple configurations.

• Four cupholders with dishwasher safe liners for clean- ing. The cupholders can accept plastic bottles, large cups or mugs with handles.

• Top tray storage

• Upper storage bin can hold nine regular or 18 thin CDs

or other items

• Large console center storage will store headphones for the available rear DVD entertainment system or other items

• 12-Volt DC power outlet provides continuous power inside the console for cell phones or other electronics.

• Rear occupant accessible

• Multiple adjustments

• Removable from vehicle for additional floor space.

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Premium Console Features

1 — Top Release 2 — Center Release

3 — Console Release

The top and center console sections slide forward and rearward to provide added user comfort. A one-piece cup

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holder insert for both cavities can easily be removed for cleaning. The cupholders will also accommodate large size cups and 20 oz (.6 L) bottles.

Position 1 shows the console closed with four cupholders and a convenient storage tray.

Position 2 shows the raised storage tray revealing a large storage area below.

Console Position 1

Console Position 2

Dual Storage Bins Position 3 shows the top portion of the console in a rearward position. This is accomplished by lifting the upper most latch at the front of the console. This provides easy access to the storage area below and provides two of the four cupholders for the second row passengers.

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Position 4 shows the complete console in its rearmost position. Again, lifting second latch handle at the front of the console, allows complete access to a lower storage bin and provides additional cupholders for rear passengers.

Console Position 3

Console Position 4

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To Remove The Premium Floor Console

5. Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched.

1. Pull up on the bottom release handle in the front of the console.

the rear of

2. Lift centimeters.

the console up several

inches/

3. Pull rearward to disengage from floor and remove console.

To reinstall the console:

1. Position the console at a slight angle (rear slightly higher than the front).

2. Slide the console forward into the floor bracket.

3. Rotate the rear of the console down until it is resting on the floor bracket.

4. Push down on the rear of the console until it is seated in the rear floor bracket.

WARNING!

In an accident, serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed. Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched.

REAR WINDOW FEATURES

Rear Window Defroster

The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap- proximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the button a second time.

NOTE: • You can turn off the heated mirror feature at anytime by pressing the rear window defroster switch a second time.

• To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear win-

dow defroster only when the engine is operating.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.

• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.

LOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load-leveling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions.

A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.

If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The vehicle must be driven to reset the system.

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WARNING!

Do not install the load-leveling system on vehicles that are not equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes. Ve- hicles without Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) have a height- sensing proportioning valve. Installing a leveling system will render this system ineffective, inappro- priately reducing rear brake pressure, resulting in increased stopping distances. You could have a seri- ous accident.

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.

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

inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.

To move the crossbars, loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of each crossbar approximately six turns, then move the crossbar to the desired position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the crossbar is in place, retighten the thumb screws to lock the crossbar into position.

Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has properly locked into position.

NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the crossbars make sure the arrows marked on the underside of the crossbars are facing the front of the vehicle. When the crossbars are not in use, the front crossbar should be fastened just forward of the middle support and the rear crossbar should be fastened at the rearmost position of the side rails. This will help reduce the amount of wind noise when the crossbars are not in use.

The tie down holes on the crossbar ends should always be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached.

CAUTION!

• Crossbars should remain equally spaced or paral- lel at any luggage rack position for proper func- tion. Noncompliance could result in damage to the luggage rack, cargo and/or vehicle.

• To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropri- ately.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

• Long loads which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.

• Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to a load. This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle.

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WARNING!

Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.

SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED Sun screens are available for second and third row seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim panels, and the tops of the windows are equipped with hooks that the sun screens attach to when pulled out.

Sun Screen Retracted

Gently pull up on the tab to raise the sun screen. Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is near the top of the window.

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Sun Screen Attaching To Retainer Clips

Sun Screen Extended

Once the screen is completely to the top of the window, extend the top bar of the sun screen over the two hooks attached to the top of the window.

To lower the sun screen, gently lift the tab upward to disengage the hooks, and feed the screen back into the base sill.

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CONTENTS

䡵 Instrument Panel Features

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237

䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —

䡵 Instrument Cluster – Base

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

䡵 Instrument Cluster – Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions

. . . . . . . . . . . 240

䡵 Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252

▫ CMTC Reset Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

▫ Compass/Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . 254

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

▫ Trip Functions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260

▫ Compass Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

▫ Personal Settings

(Customer-Programmable Features)

. . . . . . . 263

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䡵 AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio (RER/REN) – If

䡵 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition

With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279

System (VR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode

. . . . 279

▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect威 phone

▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD

— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284

▫ Clock Setting Procedure

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files

. . . . . . . . . . . 286

䡵 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With

▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)

. . . . . 289

CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270

▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode

. . . . 270

▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)

. . . . 289

䡵 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If

▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290

And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files

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

▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

. . . 278

▫ Connecting The iPod威

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291

▫ Using This Feature

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

▫ Controlling The iPod威 Using Radio

Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

▫ Play Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect威 phone

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▫ List Or Browse Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294

䡵 uconnect威 studios (Satellite Radio) — If

Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296

▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296

▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius

Identification Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . 296

▫ Selecting uconnect威 studios (Satellite)

Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

▫ Satellite Antenna

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

▫ Reception Quality

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect威 studios

(Satellite) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298

(If Equipped)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300

▫ Operating Instructions — Video

Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

䡵 uconnect威 studios (Sirius Backseat TV™) — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

䡵 Video Entertainment System (VES)™ — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

▫ Radio Operation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

▫ CD Player

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304

䡵 CD/DVD Maintenance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304

䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones

. . . . . . 305

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䡵 Climate Controls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305

▫ Winter Operation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323

▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

▫ Vacation/Storage

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305

▫ Rear Manual Climate Control — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311

▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If

▫ Window Fogging

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323

▫ Outside Air Intake

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323

▫ Operating Tips

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314

▫ A/C Air Filter— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 324

▫ Summer Operation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322

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1 — Air Vents 2 — Instrument Cluster 3 — Shift Lever 4 — Radio

5 — Storage Bin 6 — Upper Glove Compartment 7 — Lower Glove Compartment 8 — Climate Controls

9 — Storage or DVD 10 — Cup Holders 11 — Storage Bin 12 — Power Supply – 12V

13 — Switch Bank 14 — Ignition Switch 15 — Dimmer Switch 16 — Headlight Switch

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.

2. Fuel Door Reminder

CAUTION!

The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the vehicle.

3. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.

Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H“, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call an autho- rized dealer for service.

WARNING!

A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pres- sure Cap paragraph.

4. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.

5. Turn Signal Indicators

The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated.

If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about 1 mile (1.6 km) with the turn signals on, a

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continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.

6. High Beam Indicator

This indicator shows that the high beam head- lights are on. Push the multifunction lever forward to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.

7. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required. However, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.

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If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

8. Brake Warning Light

System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.

This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.

The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level.

If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked.

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- sary.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.

Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi- mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless

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the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.

NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.

9. Tachometer — Premium Instrument Cluster Only The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.

10. Shift Lever Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission shift lever selection.

NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK.

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11. Odometer / Trip Odometer — If Equipped The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

12. Message Display Area When the appropriate conditions exist, the following odometer messages will display:

U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There- fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined.

The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To switch from odometer to trip odometer, press the Trip Odometer button.

To reset a trip odometer, display the desired trip odom- eter to be reset then push and hold the button until the display resets (approximately two seconds).

CHAngE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Change Required HOTOIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transaxle Oil Temperature Exceeds Safe Threshold CRUISE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cruise Control On door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Ajar gATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lift Gate Ajar gASCAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Cap Fault hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hood Ajar noFUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse Fault LoCOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Coolant LoWASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Washer Fluid LoW tirE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Tire Pressure

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NOTE: • If your vehicle is equipped with a hood switch, in the case of hood ajar, a warning message will be displayed in either the PRNDL/Odometer display as “hood” or “Hood Ajar” in the EVIC display.

HOTOIL When this message is displayed there is a transaxle over-temperature condition. When this condition occurs, the “HOTOIL” message will be displayed in the odom- eter along with a chime.

• Some of the above warnings will be displayed in the Compass Mini-Trip Computer / Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display Area located in the instru- ment cluster.

Refer to ”Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Display— If Equipped” / ”Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC) Display — If Equipped” later in this section for more information.

LoW tirE When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display will toggle between LoW and tirE for three cycles.

If this message appears, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with the transmission in NEU- TRAL, until the light goes off.

NOTE: When this message is displayed, bring the vehicle to a stop and idle the engine until the message clears.

CHAngE OIL Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle-based, which

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means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style.

Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the following procedure:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start the engine).

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

If the indicator message illuminates when you NOTE: start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.

13. Odometer Display Reset Button To reset a message display (gATE, gASCAP, noFUSE, CHAngE OIL, LoCOOL, LoWASH), push and hold the button until the display resets (approximately two sec- onds).

14. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light / Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light

If this indicator light flashes during accelera- tion, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road con- ditions, and do not switch off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), or Traction Control System (TCS).

15. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in

the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.

Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.

The MIL flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced at an authorized dealer as soon as possible if this occurs.

16. Engine Temperature Warning Light

This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.

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Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool.

If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in Section 6
for more information.

17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light

This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

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If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position, the light should turn off.

If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an autho- rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.

18. Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on.

Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.

19. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

20. Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound. Refer to the Occupant Re- straints section for more information.

21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped

This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming and then will flash slowly until vehicle is disarmed.

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electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- rized dealer.

22. Airbag Warning Light

24. Low Fuel Light

This light turns on and remains on for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

23. Charging System Light

This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential

When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal- lons (7.8 liters) this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added.

25. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

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As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

CAUTION!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.

26. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light / Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light

The malfunction light for the Electronic Stabil- ity Program (ESP) is combined with Brake Assist System (BAS). The yellow “ESP/BAS Warning Light” comes on when the ignition

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switch is turned to the “ON” position. They should go out with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warning Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles/ kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

27. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Reset Button Press the reset button to scroll through sub menus (i.e., Outside Temperature, Trip Functions: AVG Fuel Economy, DTE, Elapsed Time, and Units. Press and hold the reset button for approximately two seconds to reset the display shown.

NOTE: For more detailed operation, refer to “Compass Mini-Trip Computer” later in this section.

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28. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Display / Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display— If Equipped

Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Display — If Equipped On vehicles equipped with Compass Mini-Trip Com- puter (CMTC), the display provides the outside tempera- ture, one of eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing and the current radio station. For more information refer to “Compass Mini- Trip Computer” in this section.

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display — If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. For more information refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in this section.

COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) — IF EQUIPPED

NOTE: • The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, elimi-

nating the need to manually calibrate the compass.

• If the vehicle is equipped with a Chrysler uconnect威 gps (Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the compass direction, and the variance and calibra- tion menus will be unavailable. The compass will perform accurately, based on GPS signals instead of the Earths magnetic field.

The Compass Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive dis- play (displays information on outside temperature, com- pass direction, and trip information).

CMTC Reset Buttons

CMTC Reset Button Press the left reset button located on the instrument cluster to scroll through sub menus (i.e., Trip Functions: AVG Fuel Economy, DTE, Elapsed Time, and Units).

To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then press and hold the reset button for approximately two seconds.

When the appropriate conditions exist, the following messages will display:

NE . . . . . . . Eight-point compass headings are displayed (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, SW) 14°F. . . . . . . . . . . . Temperature (Fahrenheit or Celsius) AVG . . . . . . . . . Average Fuel Economy (U.S. or Metric) DTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Distance to Empty ET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elapsed Time P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Park Assist On/Off

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Should this wrench symbol display with the letter P next to it, your Park Assist System needs servicing. Contact an authorized dealer.

CMTC Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset. Press and release the right button on the instrument cluster to switch from odometer, to trip A or trip B. Press and hold the right button, while the odometer/trip odometer is displayed, to reset.

Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset.

Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset.

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Compass/Temperature Display

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To ensure compass accu- racy, the compass variance should be properly set accord- ing to the variance map for the zone where the vehicle will be driven. When properly set, the compass will automatically account for this difference.

NOTE: • A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc.

• Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) should be kept away from the top of the instrument

panel. This is where the compass module is located and such devices may interfere and cause false com- pass readings.

U.S. Variance Zone Map

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2. Press and hold the CMTC reset button (for approxi- mately 10 seconds) until the current variance zone num- ber is displayed.

3. Release the CMTC reset button, then press and hold again for approximately 10 seconds, until the direction is displayed, with the CAL indicator on continuously in the display.

4. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360–degree circles, under 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free from power lines and large metallic objects, until the CAL indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.

To Set the Variance Start the engine and leave the transmission gear selector lever in the PARK position. Press and hold the CMTC reset button (for approximately ten seconds) until the current variance zone number is displayed. To change the zone, press and release the CMTC reset button to increase the variance one step. Repeat as necessary until the desired variance is achieved.

NOTE: The factory default zone is 8. During program- ming, the zone value will wrap around from zone 15 to zone 1.

Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- ally recalibrate the compass. To manually calibrate the compass:

1. Start the engine and leave the transmission in the PARK position.

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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following:

• System Status display

• Vehicle information warning message displays

• Tire Pressure Monitor System

• Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

• Compass display

• Outside temperature display

• Trip computer functions

• Audio Modes display

EVIC Menu / Step Control Button, as it appears on the left side of the steer- ing column.

Steering Wheel EVIC Compass/Temp Control Button, as it appears on the right side of the steering column.

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Press and release the MENU button, and the mode between Compass/Temperature, Trip, System Status, and Personal Settings.

displayed will

change

Press the STEP button to scroll through sub menus (i.e., Trip Functions, Avg. Fuel Economy, DTE, Elapsed Time, and Units).

Press and release the Compass/Temperature button to for instant access to the Compass/ Temperature screens.

Press this button to RESET Trip Functions and change Personal Settings.

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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages:

• Left Front Turn Signal Light Out

• Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out

• Right Front Turn Signal Light Out

• Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime, if vehicle is in

• Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out

motion)

• Liftgate Ajar (chime will sound when vehicle starts

moving)

• Hood Ajar (if equipped with hood switch)

• Check TPM System (refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring

System” in Section 5 of this manual)

• Turn Signal On

• RKE Battery Low

• LOW WASHER FLUID

• Oil Change Required

• Park Assist Disabled

• Service Park Assist System

• Personal Settings Not Available — Vehicle Not In Park

• Blind Spot System Off — This message is displayed when the ignition is turned to ON to indicate the Blind Spot System has been turned off.

• Blind Spot System Not Available — This message is displayed to indicate the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is temporarily unavailable due to sensor block- age, electronic interference, or other ⬙temporary⬙ con- ditions. When this message is displayed both outside

rear view icons will be illuminated. If electronic inter- ference is present, the BSM system will illuminate the icon only on the side of interference as long as interference is present.

• Service Blind Spot System — This message is dis- played to indicate the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is permanently unavailable. The driver will receive an EVIC message and the BSM display warn- ing in both mirrors will be permanently illuminated. If this message is present see an authorized dealer.

Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds, after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change

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indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style.

Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Menu button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform the following steps.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

If the indicator message illuminates when you NOTE: start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat these steps.

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Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of the following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC.

determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.

Press the STEP button to scroll through all the Trip Computer functions.

The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- tion.

Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset.

Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is

NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.

When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text display of ⬙LOW FUEL.⬙ This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the ⬙LOW FUEL⬙ text and a new DTE value will display.

Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

Display Units of Measure in: To make your selection, press and release the STEP button until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” appears.

To Reset the Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the RESET button once to clear the resettable function being displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the RESET button a second time, within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function (Reset ALL will display during this three-second window).

Compass Display

The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass button to display one of eight com- pass readings, and the outside temperature.

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Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.

Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually, as follows:

1. Turn ON the ignition switch.

2. Press the MENU button until Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached.

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3. Press the STEP button until “Calibrate Compass” is displayed in the EVIC.

4. Press and release the RESET button to start the cali- bration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in the EVIC.

5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly set, the compass will automatically compensate for the differences, and provide the most accurate compass heading. For the most accurate compass performance, the compass must be set using the following steps.

NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Cell Phones, Lap- tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass module is located, and it can cause interference with the compass sensor, and it may give false readings.

U.S. Variance Zone Map

1. Turn the ignition switch ON.

2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately two seconds.

Use the Step button to display one of the following choices.

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3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” mes- sage, and the last variance zone number, displays in the EVIC.

4. Press and release the STEP button until the proper variance zone is selected, according to the map.

5. Press and release the compass button to exit.

Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning message PERSONAL SETTING NOT AVAILABLE , followed in three seconds by, VEHICLE NOT IN PARK.

Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set- tings displays in the EVIC.

Language When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the RESET button while in this display to select English, Spanish (Español), French (Français), Italian (Italiano), German (Deutsch), and Dutch (Nederlands). Then, as you continue, the information will display in the selected language.

Auto Door Locks When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears.

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Auto UNLK On Exit When ON is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears.

RKE Unlock When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice, to unlock the passen- ger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until “Driver Door 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears.

RKE Linked To Memory When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror, and radio settings will return to the memory set position when the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button is pressed. If this feature is not selected then the memory seat, mirror, and radio settings can only return to the memory set position using the door mounted switch. Pressing the RESET button when in this display will select ⬙Yes⬙ or ⬙No.⬙

Flash Lamp Lock When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears.

Headlamp Off Delay When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until 0, 30, 60, or 90
appears.