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Repeat this on the other side.

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3. Unclip and move the sun visor to the side. 4. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in the windshield slots.

5. Open the tailgate, partially unzip the rear window on each side, and untuck the lower retainers on the window from the tailgate clips on both sides of the tailgate opening.

6. Pull the retainer bar straight out from the tailgate clips.

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to the top. Pull up on the window to disengage zipper end. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching.

7. Beginning from the rear, moving forward, partially unzip the side window and untuck the bottom retainers.

• Remove the rear window entirely. This is done by unzipping the window by bringing both the right zipper and left zipper tabs all the way to the end of the zipper track at the bottom left corner. Both zipper tabs will remain on the zipper track attached

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8. Finish unzipping the window and untuck from the door frame retainer at the front of the window, repeat this step on the other side. NOTE: Stow clean windows carefully outside of the vehicle to avoid scratches. 9. Untuck the sail panels from the bodyside retainer. If difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, NOTE: place your hand on the rear upper corner of the top and pull down to help untuck the sail panels.

10. Completely release the hooks on the rear side of the windshield. Grasp the side bow behind the header and lift top back.

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11. As you begin to lower the top, wrap the sail panels so that they rest on the roof of the vehicle.

If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top, NOTE: prevent connector damage by ensuring that the hard top wire harness is folded back and secured to the main harness, using the attached Velcro威 strap. 12. Make sure the sides of the top are folded inward as the top continues to fold, and that the check straps are clear of the vehicle.

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Tuck the top material between the 2 bow and the 3 bow as it folds.

13. Tuck the top material between the 2 bow and the header.

14. After the top is folded down, ensure that the drip rail retainers are tucked in inward as shown. This is to avoid unnecessary wear to the fabric.

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15. After the top is folded down, tuck the check straps so that they are not hanging and flapping outside the vehicle.

Putting Up The Soft Top

NOTE: Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the soft top bows before you lift the top. 1. Begin working from the rear of the vehicle, with the tailgate open. Lift the plastic header (with latches) up and

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over the sport bar. As the header reaches the top, locate the 2 bow and push it up and over the sport bar.

2. Move to the side of the vehicle and pull the side bow forward and down. Be sure the check straps are not tangled around the 2 bow. You will see the 3 bow rise from the rear of the vehicle.

3. Unclip and move the sun visor to the side.

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4. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side into the windshield slot.

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5. Grasp the drip rail retainer and untuck them from the door frame.

6. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail panels over the 3 bow letting them hang down.

NOTE: Do not tuck the drip rails into the door frame at this time.

7. Align the sail panel retainer to the edge of the bodys- ide retainer at the rear. Tuck the sail panel into the bodyside retainer beginning from the rear and working to the corner. Tuck the retainer around the corner and continue forward.

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NOTE: This may be difficult due to fabric tension. If difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, place your hand on top of the 3 bow and gently pull down to help tuck in the sail panel retainers.

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8. To install the quarter window, affix the rear corner of the window temporarily to the Velcro威. Start and zip the zipper only about 1 inch (2.5 cm). At this time it is necessary to tuck in the door frame retainer.

9. After the door frame retainer has been completely tucked in, finish zipping in the window. Then affix the Velcro威 flaps around the window.

10. Tuck the bottom retainer of the quarter window into the bottom retainer, beginning from the rear and working to the front of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the other side.

11. To assist in getting the zipper started, lay the retainer bar inside the vehicle on the wheel wells and uninstall half of the left sail panel from the bodyside retainer beginning at the tailgate to expose zipper ends.

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12. Zip in the rear window beginning from the left using both zipper ends. Run the upper zipper around the window leaving the lower zipper at the start.

13. Tuck the retainer bar into the tailgate clips.

14. Tuck the lower retainers of the rear window under the tailgate clips. Reinstall the left corner if it was untucked to get the rear window zipper started.

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15. Tuck the drip rail retainers into the door frame slot above the door on both sides.

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16. Close the header latches and return the sun visor to it’s secured position.

SOFT TOP — UNLIMITED MODELS

CAUTION!

• The soft top is not designed to carry any addi- tional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, build- ing, hunting, or camping supplies, and/or lug- gage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle, and thus cannot properly carry any additional loads other than environmen- tal (rain, snow, etc.).

If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top.

Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the top can then be snapped into place. If temperature is 41°F (5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top down or roll the rear or side curtains.

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CAUTION!

Grit may scratch the window.

• Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car wash. Window scratches and wax build up may result. • Do not lower the top when the temperature is below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result. • Do not lower the top when the windows are dirty. • Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either fully attached to the windshield frame, or fully lowered. • Do not lower the top with the windows installed. • Refer to “Appearance Care for Fabric Top Mod- els” in Section 7 of this manual. It contains important information on cleaning and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top.

Window and top damage may occur.

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WARNING!

• Do not drive vehicle with rear window curtain up unless side curtains are also open. Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill could enter the vehicle. • The fabric upper doors and fabric top are de- signed only for protection against the elements. Do not rely on them to contain occupants within the vehicle or to protect against injury during an accident. Remember, always wear seat belts.

Folding Down The Soft Top

NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush. Cleaning products are available through your authorized dealer. NOTE: Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward to keep the Sunrider feature locked.

1. Grasp the fabric of the top above the door frame. Pull down and out on the fabric to untuck the drip rail retainers from the door frame slot. Start at the back of the rear drip rail retainer and work forward towards the windshield. Repeat this on the other side.

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3. Release the header latches and hooks from the wind- shield slots.

2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

4. Open the tailgate, partially unzip the rear window on each side, and untuck the lower window retainers from the tailgate clips on both sides of the tailgate opening.

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5. Grip and rotate the retainer bar up towards you to release it from the upper portion of the tailgate clips. The retainer bar runs along the bottom of the rear window.

will remain on the zipper track attached to the top. Pull up on the window to disengage zipper end. Stow win- dow carefully to avoid scratching. 7. Undo the Velcro威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window. Beginning from the rear and moving forward, partially unzip the side window and untuck the bottom retainer.

6. Remove the rear window entirely. This is done by unzipping the window, bringing both the right zipper and the left zipper tabs all the way to the end of the zipper track at the bottom left corner. Both zipper tabs

8. Finish unzipping the window and untuck from the door frame retainer at the front of the window, repeat this step on the other side. NOTE: Stow clean windows carefully outside of the vehicle to avoid scratches. 9. Untuck the sail panels from the rear corners of the vehicle. If difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, NOTE: place your hand on the rear corner of the top and pull down to help untuck the corners.

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10. Release the Sunrider pins to release the top bows from the brackets located on both door rails. Push up and back on the bow slightly so it does not fall back and lock into the brackets.

11. Grasp the side bow behind the header and lift the top back.

12. As you begin to lower the top, wrap the sail panels so that they rest on the roof of the vehicle.

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13. Make sure the sides of the top are folded inward as the top continues to fold, and check straps are clear of the vehicle. Tuck the top between the 2 bow and 2-1/2 bow and 2-1/2 bow and 3 bow as it folds.

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14. Tuck the top material between the 2 bow and the header.

15. After the top is folded down, ensure that the drip rail retainers are tucked in inward as shown. This is to avoid unnecessary wear to the fabric.

16. After the top is folded down, tuck the check straps inside the rear corners of the vehicle. This will keep them from hanging and flapping outside the vehicle.

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17. Hook the header latches back onto the header to keep them from rattling.

Putting Up The Soft Top

NOTE: Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the soft top bows before you lift the top. Make certain Sunrider sleeves are covering the Sunrider links. 1. Unhook the header latches from the plastic header. 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

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3. Begin working from the rear of the vehicle with the tailgate open. Standing to the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the 2 bow and 3 bow over the sport bar.

become so tight that it will make many of the remaining steps difficult or even impossible. That is why locking the latches will be the last step.

4. Engage the hooks on each side of the header into the windshield slots and do not fully engage the header latch. If you close the latches too soon, the top will

NOTE: Grasp the drip rail retainers on each side and untrap them from the door frame. Do not tuck the drip rails into the door frame at this time.

5. Pull the side bow forward and down. Make certain the blocks on the side bows line up with the retainers on the door rails. Lock the blocks in place.

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6. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail panels over the 3 bow.

NOTE: Check to make certain the check straps are not tangled on any of the other top hardware. This will prevent the top from being put all the way up.

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7. Tuck the sail panel retainer into the bodyside retainer. Begin working from the rear tailgate opening and work to the corner.

NOTE: This may be difficult due to fabric tension. If difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, place your hand on top of the 3 bow and pull down to help tuck in the sail panels.

8. To install the quarter windows, affix the upper rear corner of the window temporarily using the Velcro威. Next, start the zipper about 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the upper forward corner of the window. At this time it is necessary to tuck in the door frame retainer.

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9. After the door frame retainer has been completely tucked in, finish zipping in the window. Then affix the Velcro威 flaps around the window.

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10. Tuck the bottom retainer on the quarter window into the bottom retainer, beginning from the rear and working to the front of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the other side.

11. Zip in the rear window beginning from the left using both zipper ends. Run the upper zipper around the window leaving the lower zipper in at the start.

NOTE: To assist in getting the zipper started, lay the bar inside the vehicle on the right wheel well, uninstall half of the left sail panel from the bodyside retainer, begin- ning near the tailgate open to expose zipper ends.

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12. Tuck the retainer bar into the upper portion of the tailgate clips.

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13. Tuck the lower retainers on the rear window under the tailgate clips.

15. Tuck the drip rail retainers into the door frame slots above the door on both sides. Start at the front next to the windshield and work rearward.

14. Reinstall the corner of the sail panel that was un- tucked to get the rear window zipper started.

16. Fully engage the header latch.

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SUNRIDER — IF EQUIPPED (UNLIMITED MODELS ONLY)

If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph NOTE: (64 km/h) with the Sunrider feature open, it is recom- mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle.

17. Return the sun visors to their secure position.

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To Raise 1. Grasp the drip rail retainers and untuck both of them starting at the rear of the door frame slot. Repeat this on the other side.

3. Release the header latches, and slide the plastic sleeves forward.

2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown. Secure latches to plastic retainer on header.

5. Locate strap to secure the header to the sport bar. Wrap strap around sport bar and hook to header and tighten.

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6. Attach and reposition sun visors.

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To Lower 1. Remove strap from header and sport bar. 2. Release header latches from header retainer. 3. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 4. Grasp the front header and pull to the front of the vehicle. 5. Slide plastic sleeve rearward over Sunrider link. 6. Tuck drip rail retainers into the door frame slots. 7. Close the header latches, and return sun visors to their original position. NOTE: Sunrider is a trademark of Bestop, Inc.

DOOR FRAME

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on-pavement with the door frame removed or the windshield down as you lose the protection these structural elements can provide. These two procedures are furnished for use during off-road operation only.

Door Frame Removal

1. Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment knobs. Place one hand in the upper rear and one hand on the upper front of the door frame. Pull the frame towards you with your rearward hand to remove the frame from the vehicle.

2. Fold the door frames and store the knobs and door frames outside of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the other side.

2. Insert the top front of the door frame into the opening at the top corner of the door opening. Push the top rear of the door frame to the side bar.

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WARNING!

• Use both hands to remove the door frames. The door frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used. • Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In an event of an accident, a loose door frame many cause personal injury. If removed, always store the door frames outside of the vehicle.

Door Frame Installation

1. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side, just behind the door opening.

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3. Slide door frame forward until the pin holes in the top line up with the holes in the side bar. Screw in the knobs and tighten, beginning with the front knob. Repeat procedures on the other side.

FOLDING WINDSHIELD The fold down windshield and removable side bars on your vehicle are structural elements that can provide some protection in some accidents. The windshield also provides some protection against weather, road debris and intrusion of small branches and other objects. Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the windshield down and the side bars removed as you lose the protec- tion these structural elements can provide. NOTE: Before lowering windshield, disconnect the elec- trical connector for the inside Compass/Temperature mirror (if equipped). NOTE: The windshield wiper arm and blade assemblies must be removed prior to lowering the windshield, this can be done by sliding out the attachment clip and gently rocking the arm until it loosens, the wiper arms must be returned to their “Park” positions when the windshield is returned to its upright position.

If required for certain off-road uses, the side bars can be removed and the windshield folded down. However, the protection afforded by these features is then lost. If you remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, drive slowly and cautiously. It is recommended that the speed of the vehicle be limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with low range operation preferred, if you are driving off-road with the windshield folded down. Raise the windshield and reinstall the side bars as soon as the task that required their removal is completed and before you return to on-road driving. Both you and your passenger should wear seat belts at all times, on-road and off-road, regardless of whether the windshield is raised or folded down.

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Outside rear view mirrors are mounted on the doors. If you choose to remove the doors, see your authorized dealer for a replacement cowl-mounted outside mirror. Federal law requires outside mirrors on vehicles for on-road use. If the doors are removed, the courtesy lights will NOTE: remain on. To turn these lights off, remove fuse #4 in the fuse panel. Refer to “Fuse Panel” in Section 7 of this manual.

Lowering the Windshield and Removing Side Bars

1. Lower the fabric top or remove the hard top following the instructions in this manual. 2. Remove the sun visors, if desired. Store the sun visors.

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WARNING!

shield down.

times when the windshield is down.

securely fastened, either up or down.

Carefully follow these warnings to help protect against personal injury: • Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the wind- • Do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is • Eye protection, such as goggles, should be worn at all • Be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for raising the windshield. Make sure that the folding windshield, windshield wipers, side bars, and all associated hardware and fasteners are correctly and tightly assembled before driving your vehicle. Fail- ure to follow these instructions may prevent your vehicle from providing you and your passengers protection in some accidents. • If you remove the doors, store them outside the vehicle. In the event of an accident, a loose door may cause personal injury.

3. Remove the two Torx威 head screws holding each side bar to the windshield frame. Shift the side bar inboard to clear windshield pillar molding when removing the side bar.

4. Unzip the sport bar padding to expose the side bar bolts. Remove the two front and rear Torx威 head screws for each bar. Remove the side bars and rezip sport bar padding in place.

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NOTE: Store all of the mounting bolts in their original threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping.

Do not loosen or remove the adjusting bolts on the side of the side bars. These bolts are set at the factory to properly fit the side bar to the vehicle.

6. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pulling the wiper away from the windshield and out to the “lock” position. Then, using a small flat tool such as a screw driver, release the retaining clip from the top of the wiper arm. Lift the wiper arms off and store in center console or securely behind the rear seat.

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CAUTION!

Do not remove the head impact foam from the side bars, as damage to the foam may result.

5. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four of the cinch straps, found in the glove box. Attach the straps through the footman loops located in the floor behind the folded rear seat on each side of the vehicle.

WARNING!

You or others could be injured if you carry the side bars loose in your vehicle. Remove the bars from the vehicle or securely store them as described or they may cause personal injury if an accident occurs. See your authorized dealer for replacement if the cinch straps are not found in the glove box.

7. Remove the black round headed windshield Torx威 head screw on each side of the base of the windshield.

8. Lower the windshield gently until rubber hood bumpers.

it contacts the

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9. Secure the windshield by passing the remaining cinch strap, found in the glove box, through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap to secure the wind- shield in place.

Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars To raise the windshield, install the windshield wipers, and install the side bars use these same steps in reverse.

WARNING!

To help protect against personal injury, always in- stall the side bars when raising the windshield on your vehicle. If you do not raise the windshield and install the side bars, you lose the protection these structural elements provide in some accidents.

REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP ONLY

Rear Window Defogger

To turn the rear window defogger on, press the rocker switch. If you press the switch a second time, you will turn the defogger off. A light on the rocker switch will indicate the defogger is on.

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The defogger will automatically turn off after about ten minutes. For five more minutes of operation, depress the top of the switch to turn the defogger on again. To prevent excessive battery drain use the defogger only when the engine is operating.

CAUTION!

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

Rear Defroster Switch

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Rear Window Wiper/Washer

To utilize the rear wiper, press the switch to the first detent. To activate the rear washer, depress the switch to the second detent. The washer will continue to spray as long as the switch is held. The switch will return to the wiper mode when released. To turn the rear wiper off, lift the bottom of the switch.

Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia- tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.

Rear Wiper/Washer Switch

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CONTENTS

䡵 Instrument Panel And Interior Controls . . . . . . . 141
䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
䡵 Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
䡵 Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
▫ Two Types Of Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
▫ Electrical Disturbances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

䡵 Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With

CD Player And CD Changer Controls . . . . . . . . 150
▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
▫ CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

䡵 Sales Code RBQ—AM/FM Stereo Radio With

6 - Disc CD Changer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

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▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
▫ CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Number (ENS/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And

RBK Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ,

RB1 And RBQ Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
▫ Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . 166
▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button

(If Equipped)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

▫ PTY Button ⬙Scan⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
䡵 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 167
䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . 169
䡵 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
▫ Heater Only — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
▫ Air Conditioning — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 171
▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION Your vehicle is equipped with the instrument cluster described on the following pages. 1. Voltmeter

Indicates available battery voltage and charging system operation. The lower red zone indicates that battery charge may be too low to start the engine. With the engine running, the normal operating range is between 11 and 15 volts. Prolonged gauge readings between 8-11 (undercharge) or above 15 (overcharge) indicate possible malfunction of generator, voltage regu- lator or battery. See your dealer if such indications occur. 2. Front Fog Light Indicator Light — If Equipped

This light shows when the front fog lights are on.

3. Cruise Indicator Light

This light shows when the electronic speed control system is turned on.

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4. Sentry Key Indicator Light — If Equipped

Refer to “Sentry Key Immobilizer System” in Section 2 of this manual.

5. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).

CAUTION!

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur.

6. Turn Signal Indicator Lights

The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 1 mile (2 km).

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7. High Beam Indicator Light

the turn signal

This light shows that the headlights are on high beam. Pull lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low. If the driver’s door is open, and the headlights or parklights are left on, the “High Beam Indicator Light” will flash and a chime will sound. 8. Seat Belt Indicator Light

A warning chime and an indicator light will alert you to buckle the seat belts. When the belt is buckled, the chime will stop, but the light will stay

on until it times out (about 6 seconds). 9. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.

10. Front Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped

Indicates when the front axle lock has been activated.

11. Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped

Indicates when the rear axle lock has been activated.

12. 4WD Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked to- gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. (See page 190 for more infor- mation.)

13. Oil Pressure Gauge

Indicates engine oil pressure. This gauge does not indicate oil level, and pressure varies with engine speed, temperature and oil viscosity. Consistent lower readings indicate possible malfunction. Seek authorized service. 14. Coolant Temperature Gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. The red zone to the far right indicates possible overheat- ing. Seek authorized service immediately if the gauge operates in the red zone. In U.S. vehicles, tempera- ture is indicated in degrees fahrenheit; in Canadian vehicles in degrees centigrade. 15. Airbag Warning Light

This indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8
seconds when the ignition is first turned on. If the light does not come on for 6 to 8 seconds,

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stays on or comes on while driving, have the airbag system checked by an authorized dealer. 16. Check Gauges Warning Light

This light monitors the engine coolant tem- perature, engine oil pressure, and voltage gauges. If it detects an extreme condition a chime will sound and the light will come on. If the light comes on, check the operation of these gauges for a malfunction condition. 17. Malfunction Indicator Light

This light is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine, and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition 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.

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Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. When the engine is running, the “Malfunction Indicator Light” may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. (See page 250 for more information.) 18. Trip Odometer Button Press and release this button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer displays. This button is also used to reset the trip odometer to 0. While the display is showing the trip odometer, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds and the display will reset to 0.

19. Odometer/Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The odometer will “illuminate” when the driver’s door has been opened, and will remain on for 20 seconds after exiting the vehicle. 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 the correct mileage can be determined. The trip odometer shows individual mileage up to 999.9
miles (1 600 km). To switch from odometer to trip odometer, press the trip odometer button.

20. Anti-Lock (ABS) Warning Light

After ignition is turned on, illuminates to indicate function check at vehicle start-up. If light remains on after start-up or comes on and stays on at road speeds, it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has become inoperative. The system reverts to stan- dard non-anti-lock brakes. If both the red BRAKE warning light and the amber ABS warning light are on, see your dealer immediately. Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in Section 5 of this manual. 21. Brake Warning Light

After ignition is turned on, illuminates to indicate function check at vehicle start-up. Indicates park- ing brake is applied. If the light stays on when the parking brake is off, it indicates a possible brake system fluid leak or low pressure level, see your authorized dealer immediately.

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If the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is in motion, the red BRAKE warning light will “flash” and a chime will sound. The 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 approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless 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. 22. Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 U.S. Gallons (7.6L) this light will come on and remain on until fuel is added. The “Low Fuel Warning Light” may turn on and off again, especially during and after hard braking, accelerations, or turns. This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank.

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23. Fuel Cap Indicator

This symbol indicates the side of the vehicle where the fuel cap is located.

24. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank. When the fuel gauge pointer initially moves to E, for your safety, approximately 2 U.S. Gallons (7.6L) of fuel remain. NOTE: When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the fuel gauge, voltmeter, oil pressure and temperature gauges may not show accurate readings. When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch to ON to obtain accurate readings.

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK

The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position and the time button is pressed. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keeping is accurately maintained. Clock Setting Procedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position and press the time button. Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio. 2. Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set minutes. The time setting will increase each time you press a button.

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION

Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op- eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help you understand and save you concern about these “ap- parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- nals. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.

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Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs. FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia- tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer will

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remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.

SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS

RBK Radio

Radio Operation

Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up or the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button,

the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed. To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window. Select the “1–5” button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5
seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push-button memory. You may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push-button memory. The

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stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and FADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease the Treble tones. Press the AUDIO button a third time and BAL will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.

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Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and FADE will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Press the AUDIO button again or wait 5 seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency. The display will show ST when a stereo station is received. Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-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 received, including interference that may cause undesired opera- tion. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate.

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CAUTION!

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

You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF. If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the display will show the time of day. If the power is ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one.

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Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. EJT — Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the radio mode. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The unit will continue in radio mode. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF (except on convertibles).

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FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play — RND/Program Button 4
Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on the selected disc in random order to provide an interest- ing change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Random Play. Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player, the optional remote CD changer and the

Satellite Radio (if equipped). When Satellite Radio (if equipped) is selected “SAT” will appear in your radio display. A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode. Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories. The fol- lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer. Mode Button To activate the CD changer, press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display.

Disc Up/Program Button 1
Press the DISC up (button 1) button to play the next available disc. Disc Down/Program Button 5
Press the DISC down (button 5) button to play the previous disc. Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc. A SEEK symbol will appear on the display. Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward. Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse. The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated.

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Random Play (RND) Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of Manual.

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CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically. As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display. A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected. An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons: • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • Water condensation on optics

SALES CODE RBQ—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 - DISC CD CHANGER

Radio Operation

RBQ Radio

Power/Volume Control Press the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume.

NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between AM, FM, the CD changer and Sirius Satellite Radio™ (if equipped). The display will show ST when a stereo station is received. To select Sirius Satellite Radio™ (if equipped), press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears. The fol- lowing will be displayed in this order: After three sec- onds, the current channel name and number will be displayed for five seconds. The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. CD’s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode.

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Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will by- pass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If the button is pressed and held, the radio will continue to tune until the button is released. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed. To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET RND button. SET 1 will show in the display window. Select the “1–6” button you wish to lock onto this station and press

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and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET RND button, the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push- button memory. You may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be locked into push-button memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the corresponding push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and FADE.

Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease the Treble tones. Press the AUDIO button a third time and BAL will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and FADE will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Press the AUDIO button again or wait 5 seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Time Button Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time.

General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-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 received, including interference that may cause undesired opera- tion. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power / Volume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate.

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Inserting The Compact Disc

CAUTION!

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

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

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show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. LOAD/ EJT — Load Press the LOAD/ EJT button and the button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. After the radio displays “load” insert the CD into the player. Radio display will show “loading” when it is being loaded. LOAD / EJT — Eject Press the LOAD/ EJT button and the button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is being ejected.

If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and there are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD. If the CD is removed and there are no other CD’s in the radio, the radio will return to the last selected AM or FM mode. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. Scan Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing.

FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play — SET / RND Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on the disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the SET / RND button a second time to stop Random Play. PTY (Program Type) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off. Pressing the PTY button

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

Program Type

Radio Display

Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Emergency Emergency Test Information Jazz Foreign Language News

Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country ALERT! Test Inform Jazz Language News

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Program Type

Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40
Weather

Radio Display

Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R & B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Soft Soft Rck Soft R&B Sports Talk Top 40
Weather

By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station. If no station is found with the selected PTY program type, the radio will return to the last station. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will stop at every PTY station on the band and list each corresponding program type in the radio display.

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Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of Manual. CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically. As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display. A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected.

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CD ERROR will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons: • Warped disc • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • Water condensation on optics SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satel- lite Radio. This service offers up to 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.

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

ESN/SID Access With RBB, RAH and RBK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the Tape Eject or CD Eject (depend- ing on the radio type) and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The first four digits of the twelve-digit ESN/SID number will be displayed. Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits. Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN/SID digits have been displayed. The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits are displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. ESN/SID Access With RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID num- bers will be displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID

mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB, RAH and RBK Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until ⬙S A⬙ appears in the display. A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1
and RBQ Radios the word Press the MODE button repeatedly until ⬙SIRIUS⬙ appears in the display. These radios will also display the following: • After 3 seconds, the current channel name and channel • The current program type and channel number will

number will be displayed for 5 seconds.

then be displayed for 5 seconds.

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• The current channel number will then be displayed

until an action occurs.

A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released. Press and release the SCAN button (if equipped) to automatically change channels every 7 seconds. The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel. The word ⬙SCAN⬙ will appear in the display between each channel change. Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search.

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NOTE: Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked. Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888-539- 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock- ing. Please have your ESN/SID information available. Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory. These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set procedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if equipped) Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio.

PTY Button ⴖSCANⴖ When the desired program type is obtained, press the ⬙SCAN⬙ button within five seconds. The radio will play 7
seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type. Press the ⬙SCAN⬙ button a second time to stop the search. NOTE: Pressing the ⬙SEEK⬙ or ⬙SCAN⬙ button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search. PTY Button ⴖSEEKⴖ When the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙SEEK⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected.

Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna. Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can

structure or under a physical obstacle.

form of short audio mutes.

cause intermittent reception.

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• Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can

cause signal blockage.

CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise, sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin- ished. 2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from slackness and dust when it is not in use. 3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers. 4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label is adhering flat to the cassette.

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5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewind a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions. Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “muddy” sound from one or both channels, as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down. To prevent this, you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette. As preventive maintenance, clean the head about every 30 hours of use. If you wait until the head becomes very dirty (noticeably poor sound), it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette.

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the disc; avoid scratching the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners, or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high.

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

CLIMATE CONTROLS The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this vehicle consist of three rotary control knobs. NOTE: For the HVAC to operate efficiently and reduce the possibility of fog build up on the interior of the windows, the air exhausters should be kept clear at all times. The air exhausters are the slots located on the rear tailgate.

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Heater Only — If Equipped

Manual Heater Control

In snowy weather, always clear the air inlet grille at the base of the windshield before driving your vehicle.

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Blower Switch

The blower switch is the rotary knob to the left of the controls. The blower speed will increase as the knob

is turned clockwise. There are four blower speeds. NOTE: The blower motor will run until the mode control knob is turned to the “Off” (“O”) position or the ignition is turned OFF. Temperature Control The temperature control is the center knob located on the climate controls. It controls the temperature of the air delivered to the passenger compartment. You can choose your degree of comfort by rotating the knob. The coldest setting is to the extreme left (blue region) and the warmest setting is to the extreme right (red region).

Mode Selection The mode selector is the right knob located on the climate controls. It can be set in any of the following positions: Off

This position turns off the blower motor. In this mode, there may be some slight air flow from the floor outlets, side window outlets, and defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Panel

Outside air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield.

Bi-Level

Outside air comes from both instrument panel and floor outlets. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Floor

Outside air comes from the floor outlets. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the

defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Mix

Outside air comes from the floor and defrost outlets with air being directed through the demisters. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the wind- shield clear.

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Defrost

Outside air comes from the windshield outlets with a slight amount of air being directed through the floor and demisters. Use this setting when necessary to defrost or defog your windshield. Air Conditioning — If Equipped

Blower Switch

The blower switch is the rotary knob to the left of the controls. Turn the knob to the right to one of the four

positions to obtain the blower speed you desire. NOTE: The blower motor will run until the mode selector knob is turned to the “Off” (“O”) position or the ignition is turned OFF.

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Temperature Control The temperature control is the center knob located on the climate controls. It controls the temperature of the air delivered to the passenger compartment.

Mode Selection The mode selector is the right knob located on the climate controls. It can be set in any of the following positions:

Mode Selection Knob

Temperature Control Knob

Off

You can choose your degree of comfort by rotating the knob. The coldest setting is to the extreme left (blue region) and the warmest setting is to the extreme right (red region).

any outlet.

Turning the rotary knob to this position shuts off the blower motor and outside air will not come through

Recirculation

Select this position when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired. This feature allows for recirculation of interior air only. Air flows through the panel outlets in this mode. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Panel

Outside air flows through the air conditioning system, and then through the outlets located in the instrument panel. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Bi-Level

Outside air flows through the air conditioning system, and then through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor. Also, a

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slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Panel

Outside air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Floor

Outside air comes from the floor outlets. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the

defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Mix

Outside air comes from the floor and defrost out- lets. This mode works best in cold or snowy con- ditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while

keeping the windshield clear.

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Defrost

Outside air comes from the windshield outlets with a small amount being directed through the floor outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield. NOTE: For improved safety, the A/C compressor is activated when “Mix” or “Defrost” modes are selected. This is done to assist in drying the air and it will help in keeping the windshield from fogging. Operating Tips

Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating. A 50% solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended.

Winter Operation The air from the heater system will heat faster in cold weather if you use lower blower speeds until the engine warms up. When operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstructions. Window Fogging In mild but rainy or humid weather, the windows might fog on the inside. To clear the fog off all of the windows, turn the mode control knob to the “Panel” position (with snowflake). Adjust the temperature control and blower speed to maintain comfort. Direct the panel outlets toward the side windows. Interior fogging on the wind- shield can be quickly removed by selecting the “Defrost” position.

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CONTENTS

䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
▫ Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
▫ Extreme Cold Weather

(Below –20°F Or –29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 180

䡵 Transmission Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
▫ 6-Speed Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

䡵 Four–Wheel Drive Operation (Command-Trac™

Or Rock-Trac™) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
▫ Operating Instructions/Precautions . . . . . . . . . 191
▫ Shift Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
▫ Shifting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
䡵 Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

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䡵 Axle Lock (Tru–Lok™) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 195
䡵 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
䡵 About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
䡵 Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 200
䡵 On-Road Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
䡵 Off-Road Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
▫ When To Use 4L (Low) Range . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
▫ Driving Through Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
▫ Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand . . . . . . . . . . 204
▫ Hill Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
▫ Traction Downhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
▫ After Driving Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
䡵 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . 210
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 211
䡵 Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
▫ High Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
▫ Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
▫ Alignment And Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
䡵 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

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䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
▫ Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

䡵 Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

▫ Locking Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
䡵 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 232
▫ Shifting Into Neutral (N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
▫ Shifting Out Of Neutral (N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

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STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.

WARNING!

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

Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in N (Neutral) and depress the clutch pedal before starting vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor.

WARNING!

You or others around you could be injured if you attempt to start the engine with a manual transmis- sion in gear — your vehicle will move. Remember, always push the clutch pedal in fully and shift into N (Neutral) before attempting to start the engine.

Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in the N (Neutral) or P (Park) position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range. Normal Starting Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within

10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5
seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.

Ignition Key Positions

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Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C) To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your dealer) is recommended. If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.

CAUTION!

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

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

WARNING!

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

After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up.

CAUTION!

Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three wire extension cord. The engine block heater cord is found under the hood clipped to the tie rod between the radiator grille and the dash panel.

WARNING!

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

Use the heater when temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) are expected to last for several days.

TRANSMISSION SHIFTING

6-Speed Manual Transmission Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob. NOTE: The backup lights will come on when your vehicle is in reverse gear and the ignition is in the ON position.

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Manual Shift Controls

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WARNING!

When parking your vehicle, always leave a manual transmission in first gear and apply the parking brake fully to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. Never use any gear as a substitute for the parking brake.

CAUTION!

To drive as safely as possible and to prolong the life of your manual transmission, follow these tips: • Before shifting from a forward gear into reverse, or from reverse to a forward gear, stop vehicle com- pletely. Otherwise, transmission damage may result.

heat buildup and damages the clutch.

speeds in lower gears. Engine damage may result.

• Do not operate at sustained high engine or road • Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at too high a speed for that gear. Engine, clutch, or transmis- sion damage may result. • Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This causes • When you slow down or go up a grade, downshift as • Never hold the vehicle stopped on a hill by using the • During cold weather, you may experience increased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up. This is normal.

speed requires or the engine may overheat.

clutch pedal. The clutch may be damaged.

• Push in the clutch pedal completely when shifting. Otherwise, transmission or clutch damage may result. • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between a forward gear and reverse, do not spin wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • The manual transmission may be equipped with a “Reverse Blocker” to prevent inadvertent shifts from 5th gear to Reverse. If you experience difficulty shift- ing into “Reverse”, make sure that you are not inad- vertently moving the shift lever toward 5th gear when shifting into “Reverse.”

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Accel.

Cruise

Recommended Manual Transmission Shifting Speeds Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Engine Speeds 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6
2.4L

34
(55) 27
(43) 34
(55) 27
(43) Clutch Interlocking Ignition System Manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature. With this feature engaged, you must depress the clutch pedal to allow cranking of the engine. To temporarily bypass this safety feature while

14
(23) 11
(18) 15
(24) 10
(16)

24
(39) 19
(31) 24
(39) 19
(31)

46
(74) 38
(61) 47
(76) 37
(60)

57
(92) 45
(72) 56
(90) 41
(66)

Cruise

Accel.

4.0L

Automatic Transmission Shifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) (or from P or R to D) should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the shift lever between these gears.

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off-road driving (4L range only), which will allow crank- ing the engine without depressing the clutch, follow these steps: 1. Locate the Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. Refer to “Fuse Panel” in Section 7
of this manual. 2. Put a 10 Amp fuse in the PDC cavity (#28) marked as Clutch Override. NOTE: A fuse is provided in fuseblock cavity (f19 or f20) marked as Spare. 3. Be sure to re-engage the clutch interlock safety feature by following these steps in reverse order when you are finished off-road driving.

Automatic Shift Controls

WARNING!

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

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Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock system (BTSI) that holds the gearshift lever in the P (Park) position when the ignition switch is in the OFF position. To move the gear selector lever out of the P (Park) position, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position, the brake pedal and the button on the front of the shifter handle must be depressed. Gear Ranges

P (Park) Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis- sion. The engine can be started in this range. Never use P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Always