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308 SCHEDULE “A”
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, regardless of mileage. Inspect brake linings. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace spark plugs. Inspect and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. Replace ignition cables.36,000
(58 000)42,000
(67 000)48,000
(77 000)54,000
(84 000)60,000
(96 000)66,000
(106 000)[36]
[42]
[48]
[54]
[66]
[60]
X*
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Replace filter and adjust bands. Rotate tires. Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. Inspect brake linings. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace spark plugs. Inspect and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
72,000
(115000)78,000
(125 000)84,000
(134 000)90,000
(144 000)96,000
(154 000)100,000
160 000SCHEDULE “A” 309
[96]
[72]
[78]
[84]
[90]
X*
M
310 SCHEDULE “A”
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 102, 000 miles. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. Replace ignition cables. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace spark plugs. Inspect and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner, but is not required to maintain the emis- sions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
102,000
(163 000)[102]
108,000
(173 000)[108]
114,000
(182 000)[114]
120,000
(192 000)[120]
X‡
X‡ X*
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
SCHEDULE “A” 311
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CONTENTS
䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
䡵 If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315䡵 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
䡵 Mopar威 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
䡵 Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320314 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem.
Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident, or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the service advisor know. Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items, and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap- pointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our products and services. Warranty service must be done by an authorized Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to you selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s dealers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process.
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• If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you
may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer’s Customer Center should include the following information: • Owner’s name and address • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) • Dealership name • Vehicle identification number • Vehicle delivery date and mileage
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DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone —(800) 465–2001
In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F. In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729–1248 or 729–1240Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY. Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be- hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service Contract, and you require service after your manufactur- er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to your contract documents, and contact the person listed in those documents.
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We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION See your manufacturer’s Warranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty.
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U.S. Vehicles Only
MOPAR姞 PARTS Mopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, and the manufacturer.
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To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash- ington DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Washington DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. In Canada: If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9.
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PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals. (No P.O. Boxes). • Service Manuals.
These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams and charts.
• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.
Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer- controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driveability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment.
• Owner’s Manuals.
These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro- cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
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Call Toll Free at 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143
(Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com or www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manualsINDEX
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324 INDEX
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204,225
Adding Fuel Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 255
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control . . . . . . . . 151
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189,197
Air Pressure, Tires Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,46
Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,135
Airbag On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,137
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138,177
Anti-Theft System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,137Capacities
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273,292
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Special Additives Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213,270,292
Axle Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213,270Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Belts, Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176,268
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Disc Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Hoses Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Warning Light Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . 62
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Button, StartCalibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Camper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . 290
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290INDEX 325
Caps, Filler
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64,204
Cargo Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206,256
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141,144
CD Player Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Center Lap Belts Center Seat Storage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Certification Label Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 134
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Child Restraint Tether Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,58
Child Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51,57
Cigar Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20110
326 INDEX
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Clutch Linkage Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Compact Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Compass Variance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Computer, Trip/Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Converter, Catalytic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Coolant Level Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265,267
Selection of Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267,291
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Crankcase Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . . 258
Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,155
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Differential, Limited-Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
DipsticksPower Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Disc Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
DisposalEngine Oil
Door Ajar
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Door Opener, Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Drive Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254Electric Rear Window Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,155
Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electronic Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Emergency Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Emergency, In Case ofFreeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 294
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Compartment Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246INDEX 327
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267,291
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,291
Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart Equipment Identification Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64,204,264
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64,263,264
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Filters
Air Cleaner Engine Fuel Engine Oil
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254,29110
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Flashers
Engine Oil Disposal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Turn Signal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Flat Tire Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231,236
Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Fluid Level ChecksManual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96,289
Four-Way Hazard Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Front Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200,291
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Gas Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Speedometer Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95,281
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . . . 98
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,155
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . 98
HitchesTrailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Hoisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Homelink Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,162
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Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,14
Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Inflation Pressure Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133,134
Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Intermittent Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Key, Sentry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1710
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Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,14
Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Lap Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 55
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66,93
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50,135
Anti-Lock Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138,177
Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280,281
Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Check Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Courtesy/Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96,289
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98,135
High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
High Beam/Low Beam Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Instrument Cluster Intensity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93,106
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Low Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280,281
Transmission Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97,135,281,285
Turn Signal Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . . 134
Limited-Slip Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Tires
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Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 55
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Lug NutsLubricant Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,319
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Schedule ⬙A⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Schedule ⬙B⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Malfunction Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171Oil, Engine
Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,140
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,140
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,291
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Disposal Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254,29110
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Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Opener, Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Operating Precautions Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168,169
Overdrive OFF Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168,169
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106,107
Overhead Console Overhead Travel Information Center . . . . . . . . . . 107
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Owner’s ManualParking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98PCV Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Pedals, Adjustable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Phone, Cellular Phone, Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Pickup Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . . 185
PowerDistribution Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179,260
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
PretensionersSeat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Programmable Electronic Features Programming Transmitters
. . . . . . . . . 114,118
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114,118Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . 265,267
Radio (Sound Systems) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and GenuineParts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Relays and Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Reminder, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Restraint, Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Restraints, Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51,57
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199INDEX 333
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Seat Belt Maintenance Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28,29,65
Seat Belts Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . . 36
And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51,62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Extender Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86,89
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Seats
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Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,137
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Selection of Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Selection of Oil Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314,315
Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Snow Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192,193
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Start Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Engine Fails to Start Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Steering
Column Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Column Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179,260
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Wheel, Tilt Storage, Behind the Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Storage Compartment, Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Storage, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280Sulfur in Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information . . . . . . . . 197
Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,58
Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . . 184,185,197
Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66,188
Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192INDEX 335
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184,185
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Radial Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179,188
Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Wheel Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Wheel Nut Torque Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Torque Converter Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17110
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Towing
Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Trailering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Hitches Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Trailer and Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Trailer Towing Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Transfer CaseFluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165,272
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163,171
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165,173
. . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Tread Wear Indicators Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,140
Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97,135,281,285Underhood Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Universal Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185,208
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
VoltmeterWarning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 134
Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100,262
Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Wheel Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Wheel Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Wheel Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Wheel Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235,236
Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,121
Window Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Rear Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99,100,262
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99,262
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262Windshield Wiper Blades
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Windshield Wipers Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99INDEX 337
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
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INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5䡵 Van Conversions/Campers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . 74 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni- cians and genuine Mopar威 parts, and is interested in your satisfaction.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod- ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a complete listing of all subjects.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
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VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body modifications or special equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/ body builders. See the Warranty information book, Section 2.1.C. Such equipment includes video monitors, VCRs, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and service on these items, contact the applicable manufac- turer. Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions are missing, please contact your selling dealer for assis- tance in obtaining replacement documents from the applicable manufacturer.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a stamped plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment.
NOTE:
It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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CONTENTS
䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
▫ Sentry Key — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
䡵 Ignition And Steering Lock — If Equipped . . . . . .14
▫ Manual Transmissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
䡵 Door Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
䡵 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
䡵 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .17▫ Power Door Locks
▫ To Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
▫ To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . .21
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
▫ Transmitter Battery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
䡵 Security Alarm System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .24
▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
▫ To Set The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2510 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
䡵 Windows
▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ Power Windows—If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ Sliding Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . .36
▫ Automatic Locking Mode (If Equipped) . . . . . .37
▫ Center Lap Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System(BeltAlert)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . .40
▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS)—Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .40
▫ Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .62
䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
▫ Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
▫ Lock Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside TheVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you the number. Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition switch, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key.
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CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED With this system, an electronically coded ignition key sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue to run. If the system does not recognize the signal the vehicle will start and run for a maximum of 2 seconds after the initial key ON. After six unsuccessful attempts at starting, the system will shut down until the correct key is used. NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a
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loss of security protection. Additional Sentry Keys or Mobil Speed-pass™ devices held against or immediately adjacent to the ignition key when starting the engine may cause vehicle starting problems. If a problem occurs, remove the Sentry Key from the key-ring and attempt to start the vehicle again. Pagers, cell phones, walkman, etc. will have no effect on this system. The ⬙Security Light⬙, located in the instrument cluster, will illuminate for about 2 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON position. If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid signal from the ignition key, the ⬙Security Light⬙ will flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the ⬙Security Light⬙ remains on during vehicle operation, it indicates a fault in the system electronics. If this option was ordered, all of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four digit PIN number. This number is required for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed and needs to be cut. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.
Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following: 1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the ignition to the ON position for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition back to the OFF position and remove the first key. 2. Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition to the ON position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds the ⬙Security Light⬙ will begin to flash. Turn the ignition back to the OFF position and remove the second key. 3. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch the ignition to the ON position within 60 seconds of having removed the second key. After 10 seconds the ⬙Security Light⬙ will stop flashing, then turn on for 3
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The new Sentry Key has been programmed. Repeat this process to program up to an additional 6 keys. A maxi- mum of 8 keys can be programmed to the system, including the original keys provided with the vehicle. General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK — IF EQUIPPED
Manual Transmissions Depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instrument panel. Turn the igni- tion key to LOCK and remove the key.
DOOR KEY The same key used to start the vehicle is also used to unlock the doors. To unlock the vehicle doors, insert the key into the lock and turn. To lock the doors, insert the key and turn.
DOOR LOCKS
Power Door Locks
WARNING!
For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Manual Transmissions
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WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal inju- ries and death.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry do not have a passenger side door lock cylinder. Vehicles equipped with power door locks can be locked or unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lock switches located on the front doors or by pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK buttons on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob (if equipped).
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As a safety feature the doors will not lock when using the door lock switches during the following condition: 1. The driver’s door is open while the key is in the ignition.
Central Locking — If Equipped Vehicles with security will have a feature called ⬙Central Locking⬙. When the key is placed in the door cylinder and turned to the ⬙Unlock⬙ position, the security will be disarmed, the illuminated entry will be turned on and that door will be mechanically unlocked. If the key is once again turned to the unlock position within 5 seconds of the first unlock, the remaining doors will unlock. If the key is turned to the ⬙Lock⬙ position while all doors are closed, illuminated entry will be canceled, security will begin arming, and all doors will lock. Automatic Door Locks If this feature is enabled, your door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph. This feature is enabled when your vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant and can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.
2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Within 10 seconds cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times; ending in the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction. 6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been disabled. 7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be disabled. If necessary, repeat the above procedure.
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
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To unlock the doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, the parking lights will flash on twice and if installed, the cargo lamp will turn on for 30 seconds. The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt.(Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ).
5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed (i.e. functional) key fob. 6. Continue to hold the UNLOCK button, wait at least 4
seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the LOCK button. 7. When a single chime is heard, release both buttons. 8. Turn the ignition to the OFF position or wait 60
seconds. 9. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 10. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed. If necessary, repeat the above procedure.To lock the doors: Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors are locked, the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once. The horn chirp feature will be shipped from the assembly plants activated. If desired this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program- ming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ).
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5. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed (i.e. functional) key fob. 6. Continue to hold the LOCK button, wait at least 4
seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. 7. When a single chime is heard, release both buttons. 8. Turn the ignition to the OFF position or wait 60
seconds. 9. Test the horn chirp feature by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position, or the key removed. 10. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Vehicles will be shipped from the assembly plants with the park lamp flash feature activated. If desired, this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program- ming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed (i.e. functional) key fob.
6. Continue to hold the LOCK button, wait at least 4
seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the PANIC button. 7. When a single chime is heard, release both buttons. 8. Turn the ignition to the OFF position or wait 60
seconds. 9. Test the park lamp flash feature by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position or the key removed. 10. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 11. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be disabled. If necessary, repeat the above procedure.Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press and release the PANIC button on the transmitter once. When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights will illuminate, the headlamps and parking lights will flash, and the horn will sound. To cancel the Panic mode press and release the PANIC button on the transmitter a second time. Panic mode will automatically cancel after 3 minutes or if the vehicle is started and exceeds 15 mph. During the Panic Mode, the door locks and remote keyless entry systems will func- tion normally. Panic mode will not disarm the security system on vehicles so equipped.
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Programming Additional Transmitters Vehicles with the keyless entry option will be shipped from the assembly plants with two key fob transmitters programmed only for that vehicle. A total of four fobs can be programmed for your vehicle. Additional fobs can be programmed to your vehicle through the use of a cur- rently programmed fob. NOTE: When entering program mode using that fob, ALL currently programmed fobs will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle. However, if program mode is entered and no action is performed, the previously programmed fobs will continue to func- tion. 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program- ming procedure).
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3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed (i.e. functional) key fob. 6. Continue to hold the UNLOCK button, wait at least 4
seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the PANIC button. 7. When a single chime is heard, release both buttons. The chime indicates that the system is in program mode. 8. Press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, simultaneously on the fob to be programmed. 9. A single chime will be heard. The chime indicates that the fob has been recognized.10. Within 4 seconds of hearing the chime, press and release any button on the fob being programmed. 11. A single chime will be heard. The chime indicates that the fob has been programmed. 12. Repeat steps 8 to 11 for a total of 4 fobs. 13. Turn the ignition to the OFF position or wait 60
seconds to exit program mode. 14. Your vehicle will remain in program mode for up to 60 seconds from when the original chime (i.e. Step #7) was heard. After 60 seconds, all programmed fobs will function normally. NOTE: contact your dealer for details.If you do not have a programmed transmitter,
General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your Keyless Entry Transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of the batteries is from one to two years.
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2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. Transmitter Battery Service
The recommended replacement battery is a 3V lithium 2016 cell. This transmitter requires two batteries.
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NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. With transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade or dime to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Be careful not to disturb the metal terminal near the batteries. Install the batteries with the positive terminal up, reference the note ⬙+ SIDE UP⬙ on the inside of the bottom half of the transmitter case. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To reassemble the transmitter case snap the two halves together. Make sure there is an even gap between the two halves. Test transmitter operation.
SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and visual signals. For the first 3 minutes the horn will sound and the headlights and security telltale will flash repeatedly. For an addi- tional 15 minutes only the headlights and security telltale will flash. The engine will run only if a valid Sentry Key is used to start the vehicle. Use of the Sentry Key will disable the alarm. Rearming of the System: The security system will rearm itself after the 15 addi- tional minutes of headlights and security telltale flashing, if the system has not been disabled. If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present, the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition.
To Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks, turn the key in the driver’s door lock cylinder, or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed the SECURITY light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming. The security light in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set. After the alarm is set, the security light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the system is armed. If the SECURITY light stays on continuously NOTE: during vehicle operation, have the system checked by your dealer.
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To Disarm the System: Use the Keyless Entry transmitter or the key to turn the driver’s door lock to the unlock position. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors and the security lamp will flash for 30 seconds. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Security system will also disarm, if the vehicle is started with a programmed Sentry Key. If an unpro- grammed Sentry Key is used to start a vehicle, the engine will run for 2 seconds and then the security alarm will be initiated. To exit alarming mode, press the transmitter Unlock button, unlock the driver’s door using the key cylinder, or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key. The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the
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vehicle and lock the doors with the transmitter, the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit. You may also accidentally disarm the system by unlocking the driver’s door with the door key and then locking it manually with the lock plunger. The door will be locked but the Security Alarm will not arm.
WINDOWS
Power Windows—If Equipped
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Auto Down (Driver’s Side Only) The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. Sliding Rear Window A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window. 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 partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear sliding glass open, open the front and rear sliding glass together to minimize the buffeting.
The control on the left front door panel has up-down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control. The windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC (Accessory) position.
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OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and, if so equipped, window bags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size belts, your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times.
Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions except the Quad Cab front center seating position have combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out.
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It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
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• Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instruc- tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat.
2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch
plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
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• A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increas- ing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. And a belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. • A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.
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4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your dealer and have it fixed.
5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
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A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.) or if the airbag deployed.
Standard Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Standard Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat. Insert the vehicle ignition key into the center white slot on the black buckle.
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The black buckle latch plate can be removed when the key is pressed into the buckle. Allow the retractor to take up the surplus webbing, and the buckles will hang vertically from the cab back exit bezel, thus freeing up all the area behind the front seats.
2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pull the black buckle latch plate forward from the cab back panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there is an audible click. Refer to the previous section for the proper seat belt usage.
WARNING!
• If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the black latch and black buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted. If the webbing is twisted, follow the preceding procedure to detach the black latch and black buckle, untwist the webbing, and reattach the black latch and black buckle.
Detaching Buckle with Key
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Inserting Latch Plate
In Use Position
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If the black latch and buckle are not connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not restrain you properly.
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Press the button located on the upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
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How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic lock- ing mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Center Lap Belts The center seating position for the Quad Cab front seat has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. To remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear the lap belt snug against the hips. Sit back and erect in the seat, then adjust the belt as tightly as is comfortable.
Automatic Locking Mode (if Equipped) In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is only available on the front passenger side belt. When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seating position. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
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WARNING!
and under the belt in a collision.
• A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down • A belt that is too loose or too high will apply crash forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones. In either case, the risk of internal injuries is greater. Wear a lap belt low and snug.
Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt system in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraints.
NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly. The pretensioners are triggered by the airbag control module. Like the airbags, the pretensioners are single use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced. Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60
seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Once the warning is triggered, the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96
seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. TheEnhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10
seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8
km/h). The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be en- abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position. DaimlerChrysler does not recom- mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver’s seat belt. 2. Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn off.THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39
3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. 4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the pro- gramming. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti- vated by repeating this procedure. NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled.
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Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- tender and store it.
WARNING!
Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed.
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove
