Chrysler 2008 Aspen Owner's Manual Page 1

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The battery has an internal electric fan and an interior airinlet to keep the battery cool.CAUTION!•If your vehicle is parked for a long period of tim

Adding CoolantYour vehicle has been built with an improved TPIMcoolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. Thiscoolant can be used up to 5 Yea

Disposal of Used TPIM CoolantUsed ethylene glycol based TPIM coolant is a regulatedsubstance requiring proper disposal. Check with yourlocal authoriti

•Make sure that the TPIM cooler and coolant recoverybottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.•Keep the front of the TPIM coolerclean. If you

CAUTION!Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-turer’s recommended fluid may cause deteriorationin transmission shift quality and/or torque

NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant willresult in corrosion and possible failure of differentialcomponents. Operation of the vehicle in

CAUTION!Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials suchas steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratchmetal and painted surfaces.NOTE: Your

NOTE: If you are leaving your vehicle dormant forlonger than21 daysyou maywant totake steps to protectyour battery. You may do this by disconnecting t

Cavity Mini-Fuse/Color DescriptionF1 15 Amp BlueMod_Clock;Analog/Mod_Cluster;IlluminationF 2 10 Amp RedSunroof PowerFeedF3 10 Amp RedHEV AssyTrans/DTC

F9 10 Amp RedModule VideoScreenF10 Spare SpareF11 10 Amp Red Heated MirrorsF12 20 Amp YellowCluster BatteryFeed, DoorLocksF13 10 Amp RedRear HVACContr

Fuses (Power Distribution Center)Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri-bution center located in the left side of the enginecompartm

NOTE: If it is necessary to jump-start the vehicle. Referto “Jump-Starting Procedures” in Section 6.Disposal of High Voltage BatteryYour vehicle’s hig

CavityCartridgeFuse/RelayMini-FuseDescription7 40 AmpGreenBlower Motor RelayFeed8 40 AmpGreenJB Feed Acc Delay9 30 AmpPinkDrivetrain ControlModule10 3

CavityCartridgeFuse/RelayMini-FuseDescription23 20 AmpYellowTrailer Tow24 Spare Spare25 15 AmpBlueStop Lamp Switch26 Spare Spare27 20 AmpYellowRun/Sta

CavityCartridgeFuse/RelayMini-FuseDescription40 20 AmpYellowTEHCM41 10 AmpRedTPIM (7\56)42 10 AmpRedTPIM (6\56)43 10 AmpRedHVAC Pump44 Mini-RelayBlowe

inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse isstamped on the inside cover that corresponds to thefollowing chart. These fuses and relays ca

otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped onthe inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.CavityCartridgeFuse/RelayMini-FuseDescr

CavityCartridgeFuse/RelayMini-FuseDescription18 20 AmpYellowFront Control Module(FCM) Batt #119 20 AmpYellowLt Trailer-Tow Stop/Turn20 20 AmpYellowFro

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel87 Octane 27 gal 102 LEngine Oil (with filter)SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7 qts 6.6 LCooling System (includes 2.1 Qts

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsEngine Coolant Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile F

ChassisComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsAutomatic Transmission Dexront VI Automatic Transmission FluidTransfer Case Mopart ATF+4, Automat

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Maintenance Schedule ...118 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ...1208MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

High Voltage Battery Service DisconnectThe high voltage battery service disconnect is locatedbehind a trim panel on the driver’s side second row seat.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe oil change indicator system will remind you that it istime to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.On Electronic Veh

At Each Stop for Fuel•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after afully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil levelwhile the vehicle is

Required Maintenance IntervalsPerform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileageare listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Mi

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileageare listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or MonthsInspec

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileageare listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or MonthsChange

INDEX9

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...22Air Conditioning ...32Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...40Air Filter .

Circuit Breakers ...103Climate Control ...32Climate Control, Rear Zone ...38Console, Overhe

FlashersTurn Signal ...19Flooded Engine Starting ...51Fluid, Brake ...116Fluid Capac

In the Event of an Accident ...11Information Center ...14Information Center, Vehicle ...14Instrument C

In The Event Of An AccidentIf your Hybrid vehicle is involved in an accident, ifpossible, pull the vehicle off the road to a safe location,put the shi

Recommendation ...114Viscosity ...114Onboard Diagnostic System ...92,93Overdrive ...

Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...32Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ...19TIREFIT ...77TiresPressure

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTINGEQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into thisvehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to

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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Overhead Console With Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC) ...14▫ Electronic

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONICVEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)Pressing the MENU button will change thed

the actual AVG. MPG when either the Multi Displace-ment System (MDS) is active or the vehicle is operat-ing in electric mode (i.e. engine stopped and

Use the STEP button to display the additional setting:•“HILL START ASSIST” — To make your selection,press and release the FUNCTION SELECT buttonuntil

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLSCONTENTSm Hybrid Instrument Cluster ...18m Instrument Cluster Description ...19m Climate Control

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HYBRID INSTRUMENT CLUSTER18 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel gaugeThe fuel gauge shows level of fuel in the tank whenignition switch is in the ON position.2. Temperature gau

left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPMvehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for morethan 1 mi (1 km).4. Low Fuel Warning LightThi

CAUTION!Driving with a hot engine cooling system coulddamage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on,safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle

The security light will also come on for about threeseconds when the ignition is first turned ON.13. ABS Warning LightThis light monitors theAnti-Lock

16. Gear SelectorThe electronic gear selector display is self-containedwithin the instrument cluster. It displays the position ofthe automatic transmi

NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an EVIC, mostwarnings will display in the EVIC. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Inform

18. OdometerThe odometer shows the total distance the vehicle hasbeen driven.U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer ofvehicle ownership,

21. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)This light informs you of a problem with theElectronic Throttle Control system. If a prob-lem is detected,the lig

If the light comes on while driving, pull over immedi-ately. Do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed tothe nearest authorized dealer.If brake

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

the ignition is first turned ON and remain on for 15seconds, then blink for 10 seconds, and remain on untilthe vehicle is started. If the bulb does no

27. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale LightEach tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the inflati

of reasons, including the installation of replacement oralternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent theTPMS from functioning properly. Alway

28. Airbag IndicatorThe indicator lights and remains lit for six toeight seconds when the ignition is first turnedON. If the light does not come on wh

CLIMATE CONTROLSAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC)The control can be turned on by pressing the POWERknob. When the control is turned on, it will be i

displayed. The ATC system uses an infrared sensorlocated in the overhead console to measure the tem-perature of the driver and passengers. Based on th

necessary to move the temperature setting for cold orhot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts thetemperature, mode and fan speed to provide comf

Air Conditioning OperationPress this button to enable the air conditioningsystem. Compressor operation is automatic whenyou press the AUTO button and

PanelAir flows through the outlets located in the instru-ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to directthe airflow.Floor (Heat)Air flows primaril

knob will turn the rear system off. Pressing the Power/Fan knob will turn the rear system back on.NOTE: The display will show a9REAR9 fan speed grapha

Rear Zone Climate ControlHeadliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner.Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted todirect the flow of

Rear Rotary Blower ControlThe second row seat occupants have control of the rearblower speed only when the front control unit is in the“CONTROL IN REA

Front Unit to Rear Unit ChartIf the Front Control isselectedRear Airflow will comefromPanel HeadlinerBi-Level HeadlinerFloor FloorMix FloorDefrost Flo

As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary todirect air onto the windshield by using Mix Modeposition on the control. Adjust the temperature c

Operating Tips Chart42 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

HYBRID ENERGY CENTERHybrid System Operating ConditionsThe Hybrid System performs various functions depend-ing on the operating condition, such as star

This display appears when the engine is at idle and thehigh voltage battery is fully charged.This display appears when the Hybrid System is off.Engine

This display appears when the vehicle is driving underengine power only and there is no charging of the highvoltage battery.This display appears when

This display appears when the vehicle is driving inelectric mode as well as engine power.This display appears when the high voltage battery isbeing ch

This display appears when the high voltage battery isbeing charged with the engine running.This display appears when the engine is idling and thehigh

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction ...41

HYBRID GAUGEThe Hybrid Gauge, located on the instrument cluster, hasthree different zones to indicate how the vehicle is beingoperated in the sense of

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures ...50▫ Normal Starting ...51m Hybrid System Operation ...

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.NOTE: This vehicl

WARNING!•Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the keyfrom the ignition switch if you want to rest orsleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by

WARNING!Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-mission cannot be started this way. Unb

travel will be longer then usual. This is normal. Pressfirmly on the brake to prevent rolling. Refer to “Regen-erative Braking System” under “Hybrid V

When you desire to move forward with traffic flow,simply depress the accelerator pedal and continue accel-erating from idle up to your cruising speed.

The transmission will select one of the four fixed gearratios, or operate as an electrically variable transmission(variable ratio or EVT) depending on

EngineThe engine speed in your hybrid vehicle is not directlytied to your vehicle speed. Your vehicle’s engine andtransmission are designed to provide

mode. The electrically driven AC compressor is notconnected tothe engine like a standard gasvehicle. Thesecomponents allow the control to operate the

INTRODUCTIONThis booklet is a supplement to the Owner’s Manuals.This manual was prepared with the assistance of serviceand engineering specialists and

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONAHS-T HEV TransmissionThe electronic PRND21 on the instrument cluster indi-cates the transmission range selected. The shift leve

WARNING!Never use PARK position on an automatic transmis-sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Alwaysapply the parking brake fully when parked t

NEUTRALShift to NEUTRAL when vehicle is standing for pro-longed periods with engine running. Engine may bestarted in this range. Set the parking brake

•the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem-perature;•the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated;•transmission has reached normal operating t

shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL mode, thetransmission will select gear ratios that maximize towingpower, with less emphasis on fuel economy.NOTE:

system is not functioning properly and that service isrequired. See your authorized dealer for immediate ser-vice.WARNING!Always engage the parking br

Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steeringpump may make noise for a short period of time. Thisnoise should be considered normal, and do

system will release brake pressure in proportion toamount ofthrottleapplied as the vehicle starts to move inthe intended direction of travel.HSA Activ

WARNING!• If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer,your trailer brakes may be activated and deactivatedwith the brake switch. If so, wh

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Jump-Starting Procedures ...68▫ Jump Assist Procedure – High Voltage Battery . .68▫ Jump-Starting —

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Important Hybrid System Information ...6▫ Hybrid System Components ...6▫ High Vo

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURESYour Hybrid vehicle is equipped with both a 12 Voltbattery and a high voltage battery. Either battery maybecome discharged and

This message indicates that the vehicle is in “JumpAssist” mode, and can be charged by following the“Jump Assist” procedure. You will have approximate

•Depending on the condition of the second runningvehicles alternator and the number of accessoriesoperating on both vehicles, it could take up to 60mi

5. Connect the negative cable clamp of the 12 Volt batterycharger to the remote negative post located near thedriver’s side fender underhood.WARNING!D

7. If the 12 Volt battery charger has been properlyconnected and the system determines that the conditionsarecorrectfor charging, the Navigation radio

9. Remove the 12 Volt battery charger negative clamp.CAUTION!Be careful of the moving belt and fan blades.10. Remove the 12 Volt battery charger posit

•Incorrect installation of the 12 Volt battery charger.•Poor cable clamp contact.•The HybridControlModule determines conditions arenot suitable for ch

Check the Battery Test Indicator(if equipped).If a light orbright colored dot is visible in the indicator (if equipped),DO NOT jump-start the battery.

5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminalof the booster battery and then to the engine of thevehicle with the discharged battery. Mak

TIREFIT KITSmall punctures in the tire tread can be sealed withTIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should notbe removed from the tire. TI

IMPORTANT HYBRID SYSTEM INFORMATIONBefore operating your new Hybrid vehicle, be sure toread the following information.Hybrid System Components1 - High

TIREFIT Usage PrecautionsNOTE:•Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle prior to the expi-ration date (printed on the bottle label) to assureoptimum operati

WARNING!• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle close totraffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of beinghit when

TIREFIT Kit Components & Operation80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

1. Sealant Bottle2. Pressure Gauge3. Air Pump Power Button4. Mode Select Knob5. Power Plug & Cable6. Air Pump Hose (Black)7. Sealant Hose (Clear w

Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT(A) Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT:Turn ON the vehicle’s hazard warning flashers.1. Verify that the valve stem (on the wh

(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant into the deflatedtire:1. Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE-FIT kit.2. After pressing the Air Pump Power

(D) After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant:1. Allow the air pump to inflate the tire to the pressureindicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-sidela

WARNING!TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have thetire inspected and repaired or replaced after usingTIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h

6. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at theearliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser-vice center.7. Replace the Sealant

(H) Sealant Bottle Replacement1. Uncoil the Clear Sealant Hose (7).2. Locate the rectangular SEALANT BOTTLE RELEASEbutton in the recessed area where y

WARNING!Your vehicle has both a high voltage DC and ACsystem as well as a 12 Volt system. DC and AC highvoltage are both extremely dangerous and can c

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8 ...91m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...92▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap

m Fluids And Capacities ...114m Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...115▫ Engine ...115▫ Chassis ...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V-81 — Traction Power Inverter Module (TPIM) Coolant Bottle 8 — Washer Fluid Bottle2 — Air Cleaner Filter 9 — Engine Cool

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated OnboardDiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

the odometer RESET button to turn the message off. If theproblem persists, the message will appear the next timethe vehicle is started. This might ind

The pages that follow contain the required maintenanceservices determined by the engineers who designed yourvehicle.Besides the maintenance items for

WARNING!•The warning graphic that appears on the coolingsystem pressure cap is a safety precaution for “DONOT OPEN HOT”. Never add coolant when theeng

Maintain coolant concentration at a minimum of 50%Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile For-mula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) and

TPIM Cooling System — Drain, Flush and RefillAt the intervals shown on the “Maintenance Schedules”,the system should be drained, flushed and refilled.