Chrysler 004 Sebring Sedan User Manual

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

▫ To Use The Panic Alarm ...20▫ To Program Additional Transmitters ...20▫ General Information ...21▫ Transmitter

Seek ButtonPress the SEEK button up for the next selection on thetape and down to return to the beginning of the currentselection.Press the SEEK butto

Noise ReductionThe Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever thetape player is on, but may be switched off.To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction Sy

NOTE:•You may eject a disc with the radio OFF. The ignitionswitch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert adisc with the radio OFF.•If you insert

MODEPress the MODE button to select between the tape player,CD player, or satellite radio (if equipped).To select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press

Fast Forward And Rewind ButtonsPress and hold the FF button for fast forward. Press andhold the RW button for fast reverse.The audio output can be hea

SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CDCHANGER CAPABILITYOperating InstructionsNOTE:Power to operate the radio is supplied t

make another selection. Holding the button will bypassstations without stopping until you release it.TunePress the TUNE control up or down to increase

AM/FM SelectionPress the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. Theoperating mode will be displayed next to the stationfrequency. The display will show

Time ButtonPress the time button to toggle between station frequencyand time of day.Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape willchange the

Random canbe cancelled by pressingthe button asecondtime or by ejecting the CD from the changer.CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen drivingover a very rough

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYou can insert the double sided keys into the locks witheither side up.The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode

SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGERCONTROLSRadio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio o

Bass and Treble Tone ControlThe tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bassband is on the left, and the treble band is on the right.Each band

NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressively ap-proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipme

Random Play — RND/Program Button 4Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playingto activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks onthe

Random Play (RND)Press the Random button to play the tracks on theselected disc in random order for aninteresting change ofpace.Random canbe cancelled

Radio Display MessagesYour radio has been designedto display certain messageswhen a problem is detected with the CD player.6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUI

To insertadditional CDs into the changer, the instructionsfollow:1. Select and press any numbered button without anilluminated light above it.2. Inser

NOTE:The changer will not random play betweendiscs.Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the nextrandomly selected track. Press the bottom

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel

If you press the switch up or down twice it plays thesecond selection, three times, it will play the third, etc.The button in the center of the left h

inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped butthe key cannot be removed until you obtain service.WARNING!Leaving children in a vehicle unattend

Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstanshaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tapedeposits each time a cassette is played.

NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theftprotection encoding. Try a known good disc

The controls are as follows:Fan and Air Conditioning ControlUse this control to regulate theamount of air forced through the sys-tem in any mode you s

Mode ControlThe mode control allows you tochoose from several patterns of airdistribution.•Recirculation — Air ConditioningRecirculated interior air i

•FloorAir is directed through the floor outlets with alesser amount through the defrost and sidewindow demist outlets.•MixAir is directed through the

Windshield and Side Window FoggingInterior fogging on the windshield can be quicklyremoved by using the defrost position onthe modecontrol.Your side w

Operating Tips (Manual A/C Control Only)126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Outside Air IntakeWhen operating the system during the winter months,make sure the air intake, directly in front of the wind-shield, is free of ice, s

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures...132▫ Automatic Transaxle ...132▫ Normal Starting ...

NOTE:•The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatiblewith remote starting systems. Use of these systemsmay result in vehicle starting problems and

m Tire Safety Information...144▫ Tire Markings ...144▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...147▫ Tire Loadin

▫ E-85 General Information ...167▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ...167▫ Fuel Requirements ...168▫ Selection Of E

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.CAUTION!Long peri

WARNING!Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into thethrottle body air inlet opening in an attempt to startthe vehicle. This could result in flas

If Engine Fails to StartIf the engine fails to start after you have followed the“NORMAL STARTING” or “EXTREME COLDWEATHER” procedures, it may be flood

WARNING!Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord couldcause electrocution.Use the heater when temp

CAUTION!Damage to the transaxle may occur if the followingprecautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete s

Four Speed Automatic TransaxleThe electronically controlled transaxle provides a preciseshift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self calibrat-in

WARNING!Your vehicle could move and injure you and others ifit is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying tomove the gearshift lever back and fort

NOTE:Using the “3” range while operating the vehicleunder heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-mance, fuel economy, and extend transaxle lif

Customer Key ProgrammingYou can program new keys to the system if you have twovalid keys by doing the following:1. Insert the first valid key into the

To release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal andpull up on the parking brake lever. Push the releasebutton and lower the lever fully.When parki

BRAKE SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes asstandard equipment. In the event power assist is lost forany reason (for example, re

WARNING!•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, norcan it increase braking or steering efficie

TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDThe Traction Control System reduces wheelslip and maintains traction at the driving(front) wheels. The system reduces wh

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATIONTire MarkingsNOTE:•P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” moldedi

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards(...blank...( = Passenger car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white si

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE:Some vehicles have a “Tire and Loading Infor-mation” placard located on the driver’s side “B”

adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the Tire and LoadingInformation placard and the Vehicle Load

DOOR LOCKSWARNING!For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive andwhen you park and leave the vehi

NOTE:For the following example the combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392 Kg).150 STARTING AND OPERATING

WARNING!Overloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use tir

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce treadl

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ente

WARNING!High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi-mum load is dangerous. The added strain on yourtires could cause them to fail. You could have

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compac

Tread Wear IndicatorsTread wear indicators are in the original equipment tiresto help you in determining when your tires should bereplaced.These indic

WARNING!•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combina-tions of unapproved tires and wheels may chan

TIRE CHAINSDue to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom-mended.CAUTION!Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused.SNOW TIRESSome a

Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for yourtype of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”Section of this manual. More frequent rotat

If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in theignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doorswill not lock.If the door lock plu

Autostick OperationThe Autostick position is just below the Overdrive posi-tion and is identified by the word “AUTOSTICK”. Whenyou place the shift lev

•Starting out in third gear is helpful in snowy or icyconditions.•While in the Autostick mode, Speed Control will onlyfunction in third or fourth gear

Gasoline/Oxygenate BlendsSome fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate-rials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE andETBE. Oxygenates a

Sulfur in GasolineIf you live in the Northeast United States, your vehiclemay have been designed to meet California low emissionstandards with cleaner

ADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’sside of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged,

WARNING!•Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled.•Never add fuel to the vehicle when

•The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput in or on your vehicle.•Remember thateverything put in or on thetrailer addsto the load on your

•The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should bechanged if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for morethan 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedul

WARNING!Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-ing materials lit in or near the vehicle wh

American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identi-fication SymbolThis symbolmeans that the oil hasbeen certified by the AmericanPetroleum Institute

The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabledby performing the following procedure:1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.2. Cy

•Engine Oil Selection for Operating on GasolineIf you operate the vehicle on regular unleaded gasolineONLY, use Moparoil or an equivalent that meets c

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Hazard Warning Flasher...172m If Your Engine Overheats...172m Jacking And Tire Changing.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe flasher switch is on top of the steering column,just behind the steering wheel. Depress the switchand both cluster indicator

the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to actas a supplement tothe radiator and aids in removing heatfrom the engine cooling system.CAUT

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!•Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.You could be crus

1. Block wheel diagonally op-posite flat tire.2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wrenchfrom stowage.WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1756

3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wrench to carefullypry off wheel cover (if equipped with steel wheels) orcenter cap (if equipped with aluminum

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1776

WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack andhurt someone near it. Raise the vehic

JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERYWARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictransaxle cannot be

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUNand back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF p

WARNING!Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personinjury could result.5. Connect the other cable

WARNING!Any procedure other than above could result in:1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirtingout the battery vent;2. Personal injury or pr

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACESAccelerationRapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLEIf your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turnthe system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.If your vehicle b

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on theground)Automatic TransaxleYour vehicle may be towed under the follow

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm 2.4L Engine...187m 2.7L Engine...188m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD

▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosion ...214m Fuses...219▫ Underhood Fuses(Power Distribu

2.4L ENGINEMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1877

2.7L ENGINE188 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPEDThis system allows you to lock or unlock the doors oropen the trunk from distances up to 23 feet (7 meters)using a t

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMSIn some localities, it may be a legal requirement to passan inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control

If your OBD system is not ready, you should see yourauthorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle wasrecently serviced or had a battery failur

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipme

CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration orloss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.Change Engine OilRoad conditions and you

NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil changeintervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 monthswhichever comes first.Engine Oil SelectionFor best pe

may be labeled as Flexible Fuel (FFV) or Alternate Fuel(AFV). These engine oils may be satisfactory if they meetthe manufacturer’s standard.CAUTION!If

Drive Belts — Check Condition and TensionAt the mileage shown in the maintenance schedules,check all drive belts for condition and proper tension.Impr

Catalytic ConverterThe catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an

•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wiresdisconnected for prolonged period.Engine Timing BeltReplace the engine timing belt (2.4LOnly) at the

WARNING!Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands afterhandling. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid

1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter.2. Continue tohold the Lock button, wait at least 4 butno longer than 10 seconds, then press the

through the condenser as required. Fabric front fasciaprotectorsmay reduce airflow tothe condenser, reducingair conditioning performance.WARNING!The a

Fluid level should be maintained at the proper levelindicated on the side of the reservoir. If necessary, addfluid to restore the proper indicated lev

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI Grade 2, should be ap-plied sparingly to all pivot and sliding contact areas.External Lock CylindersLubricate the extern

Windshield Wiper BladesClean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and thewindshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and amild non abrasive cl

WARNING!Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working

Cooling SystemInspectionWARNING!•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition keyto the OFF positio

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

Coolant Pressure CapThe cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss ofcoolant, and to insure that coolant will return to theradiator from the coolant

over time. This is normal. If the coolant level is hard tosee, jostling the coolant bottle will make it easier to see.There is no need to remove the r

ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs mayresult in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gasmileage, and increased emissions.Hoses and Va

one second. Release both buttons simultaneously. Youwill hear a chime to signal that you can proceed withprogramming the new transmitter.3. Press and

Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure theyare secure and no leaks are present.Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted orcollaps

Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, referto Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Partsfor correct fluid type.WARNING!Use of a brake

Selection of LubricantIt is important that the proper lubricant is used in thetransmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-mance. Use only manuf

•If the fluid is hot (180°F / 82°C), the reading should bein the cross hatched area marked ”HOT” (between theupper two holes in the dipstick).•If the

Fluid Level CheckCheck the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluidlevel should be between the bottom of the fill hole and apoint notmore than

Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, andrinse the panels completely with clear wate

•Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly withmild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To removeheavy soil,select a non abrasive, non acidiccleane

WARNING!Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.Many are potentially flammable, and if used inclosed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

Glass SurfacesAll glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basiswith any commercial household-type glass cleaner.Never use an abrasive type clean

FUSESUnderhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)A Power Distribution Center is located in the enginecompartment; near the aircleaner. This information

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch the bat

Cavity Fuse Circuit1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Headlight,High Beam Indicator3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Headlight4 15 Amp

CAUTION!When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to useonly a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Theuse of a fuse with a rating other than i

BULB REPLACEMENTHeadlight Bulb Replacement1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight mount-ing screws.2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying und

3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from thefender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball studfrom its retainer in the fender. Pull th

7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn theretaining ring clockwise to secure the bulb.8. Reinstall the headlight assembly.Park, Turn Signal

Fog Light Bulb Replacement1. Remove the screws securing the light assembly to thefront fascia.2. Pull the light assembly away from the vehicle toexpos

Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement1. Open thetrunk. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwiseto remove it from the housing.2. Pull the bulb out of the socke

License Plate Bulb Replacement1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of thelicense lamp. Using a small screwdriver, remove theentire housing.

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,0

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.Manual Transmission Mopart ATF+4 Au

Security System Manual OverrideThe system will not arm if you lock the doors using themanual lock control.TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASEUse the key or the Rem

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Emission Control System Maintenance...232m Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV)For 2.4L — If Equipped...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype must be done at the times or mileages specified toassure t

NOTE:There are specific instructions regarding whento change the ignition cables and spark plugs with thePZEV package in this section. This applies to

Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow theinterval that occurs first.NOTE:Under no c

Once a Month•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear ordamage.•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminalsas required.•Check the flu

SCHEDULE “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. Changethe automatic transmission flu

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter.

Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000(Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000(Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Trunk Internal Emergency ReleaseNOTE:As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-gency Release lever is built into the trunk latchingmechanism. In th

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000(Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)Change engine oil and engine

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 123,000(Kilometers) (174 000) (179 000) (183 000) (188 000) (193 000) (198 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 138,000 141,000(Kilometers) (203 000) (208 000) (212 000) (217 000) (222 000) (227 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 144,000 147,000 150,000(Kilometers) (232 000) (237 000) (241 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XInspect the air cleaner filter an

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) (168 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000(Kilometers) (174 000) (183 000) (193 000) (203 000) (212 000) (222 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120

Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit

Miles 144,000 150,000(Kilometers) (232 000) (241 000)[Months] [144] [150]Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XInspect the air cleaner filter an

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTSm Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle...252▫ Prepare For The Appointme

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

This is why you should always talk to your dealer’sservice manager first. Most matters can be resolved withthis process.•If for some reason you are st

Service ContractYou may have purchased a service contract for yourvehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-pected repairs after your man

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MOPART PARTSMopart fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle operating at its best

•Service Manuals.These comprehensive service manuals provide theinformation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshooti

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADESThe following describes the tire grading categories estab-lished by the National highway Traffi

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat andits ability to di

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and theycan reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Someof the worst injuries happen when pe

INDEX10

About Your Brakes ...141Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...206Adding Fuel ...164Aiming Headlights .

Jump Starting ...179Keyless Transmitter Replacement ...21Location ...179,198Belts, Drive ...

Coin Holder ...53Compact Disc Changer ...115Compact Disc Maintenance ...120Compact Disc Player ...

DrivingOn Slippery Surfaces ...182Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary ...77Electronic Speed Control ...68Emergenc

Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transaxle ...212Capacities ...227Fog Light Service ...225Fog L

Infant Restraint ...40Inside Rearview Mirror ...55Instrument Cluster ...84,85Instrument Panel

Map Reading ...62Oil Pressure ...89Park ...224Passing ...

Occupant Restraints ...25Odometer ...88Tampering ...88Trip ...

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the front seat.2. The seat belt latch plate is abo

Radio Broadcast Signals ...95Radio Operation ...105,110,118Radio Remote Controls ...118Rear Window Defr

Service Manuals ...256Setting the Clock ...95Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ...29Side Airbag ...

Replacement ...156Rotation ...158Safety ...144,151Sizes ...

Voltmeter ...87Warning, Door Ajar ...16Warning Flasher, Hazard ...172Warnings and Cautions

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upa bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen

WARNING!A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collisionand leave you with no protection. Inspect the beltsystem periodically, checking for cuts,

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction...4m How To Use This Manual...4m Warnings And Cautions...6m Ve

PretensionersThe seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped withpretensioning devices that aredesigned toremove any slack from the seat b

3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckleand then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least threetimes within 10 seconds, ending with the

Driver and Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - AirbagThis vehicle has front airbags for both the driver andfront passenger as a

WARNING!•Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. You maydamage the airbags and you could be injured

Children that are not big enough to properly wear thevehicle seat belt (see section on “Child Restraint”) shouldbe secured in the rear seat in child r

•AIRBAG Readiness Light•Driver Airbag•Passenger Airbag•Steering Wheel and Column•Instrument Panel•Interconnecting Wiring•Knee Impact BolstersThe windo

•The airbag control module also turns on theAIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on,then turns the

•The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and rightfront passenger as the airbags deploy and unfol

The side impact SRS Airbags are designed to activateonly in certain side collisions. When the airbag controlmodule detects a collision requiring the w

Airbag LightYou will want to have the airbags ready for your protec-tion in an impact. While the airbag system is designed tobe maintenance free, if a

INTRODUCTIONThis manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance

Infants and Child Restraints•Safety experts recommend that children riderearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at leastone yearold and weigh at

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that ithas a label certifying that it

Children Too Large For Booster SeatsChildren who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bendover the

in adjacent rear-seating positions or if your child re-straints are not LATCH-compatible, install the restraintsusing the vehicle’s seat belts.Install

You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps andon the tether strap so that you can more easily attach thehooks or connectors to the vehicl

In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening thelap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because thebuckle or latch plate is too close to the bel

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct pathfor the strap between the anchor and the child seat. Ifyour vehicle is equipped with adjustab

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraintto the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strapaccording to the child restraint manuf

SAFETY TIPSExhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make

DefrostersCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should be able tofeel the air directed against

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Console Features...53▫ Console Features — Without Heated Seats ...53▫ Console

▫ Lights-On Reminder ...64▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...64▫ Turn Signals ...65▫ Headlight Beam Se

CONSOLE FEATURESConsole Features — Without Heated SeatsThe front console has two cup holders in the front and astorage bin. An optional removable asht

Console Features — With Heated SeatsThe front console has two cup holders. An optionalremovableashtray maybe located in the driver’s side cupholder.Th

MIRRORSInside Day/Night Mirror— If EquippedAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows for horizon

Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the outsidemirror to center on the adjacent lane oftraffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on theinsi

SEATSManual Front Seat AdjustmentsForward/RearwardThe adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near thefloor. Pull the bar up to move the seat to t

Lumbar Support — If EquippedThis feature allows you to increase or decrease theamount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for-ward to increase a

The left rotary switch controls the heat level for thedriver’s seat, and the right rotary switch controls the heatlevel for the passenger’s seat. Thes

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures which could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAU

WARNING!The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with therear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded downposition) should not be used as a play area b

Then lift the secondary latch located under the front edgeof the hood, near the center and raise the hood.Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in

Dimmer ControlWith the parking lights or headlightson, rotating the dimmer control for theinterior lights on the Multi-FunctionControl Lever upward wi

Multi-Function Control LeverThe Multi-Function lever controls the operation of theheadlights, turn signals, headlight beam select switch,instrument pa

Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument PanelLightsTurn the end of the control lever to the first detent forparking light operation. Turn to the second

Turn SignalsMove the turn signal lever up or down and the arrows inthe instrument cluster flash to show proper operation ofthe front and rear turn sig

To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and holdwhile spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in thedelay range, the wiper will operate fo

WARNING!Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle

NOTE:The Traction Control System is enabled eachtime the ignition switch is turned On. This will occureven if you used the switch to turn the system o

To Deactivate:A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCELbutton, ornormal brake or clutch pressure will deactivatespeed control without erasing

Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) for 2.4L — IfEquippedNOTE:If the 8th digit of the vehicle identificationnumber (VIN) contains a 9J9 then your veh

When Climbing A HillIf vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the SpeedControl set speed, the transaxle will downshift to thirdgear. Under severe co

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDThe HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can ca

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver willbegin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapidflashing indicates successful programm

1. Locate the training button on the garage door motorhead unit. The exact location and color of the button mayvary by garage door opener manufacturer

Reprogramming A Single Button1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to bereprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has beencompleted.2. Wh

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe sunroof controls are mounted between the sunvisors.The following two types of power sunroof switches maybe equipped on

NOTE:The sunshade can only be closed by hand.WARNING!In an accident, there is greater risk of being thrownfrom a vehicle with an open sunroof. You cou

CAUTION!Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e.,

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTSm Instruments And Controls...83m Instrument Cluster Standard...84m Instrument Clu

▫ Tuning ...97▫ PTY (Program Type) Button ...97▫ Balance ...98▫ Fade ...

m Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio WithCassette Tape Player And CD ChangerCapability...105▫ Operating Instructions ...

▫ Program Button 5 ...117▫ Time Button ...117▫ Changing Modes ...117▫ Removing Discs From T

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 834

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STANDARD84 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUMUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 854

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeWhen the ignition key is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining inthe fuel ta

5. TachometerThe redarea of the scale shows the maximum permissibleengine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gearrange. Before reaching the

through several of your typical driving cycles. In mostsituations the vehicle will drive normally and will notrequire towing.The MalfunctionIndicator

U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer ofvehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser thecorrect mileage that the vehicle has b

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm A Word About Your Keys...11▫ Ignition Key Removal ...11▫ Automatic

If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stopthe vehicle and shut off the engine. Do not operate thevehicle until the cause is corrected.Th

In an ABS equipped vehicle, the Brake System Warninglight will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or ifthe ABS system is not communicating.19

Control ButtonsStep ButtonUse this button to choose or cycle through the five tripconditions.ResetThe following trip conditions can be reset:• AVG ECO

Elapsed Time (ET)This display shows the accumulated ignition ON timesince the last reset.Compass Temperature DisplayThis display provides the outside

When the CAL indicator goes off, the compass is cali-brated and should display correct headings. Verifyproper calibration by checking North (N), South

Outside TemperatureIf the outside temperature is more than 131°F (55°C), thedisplay willshow 131°F. Whenthe outside temperatureisless than 240°F (240°

Two Types of SignalsThere are two basic types of radio signals... AM orAmplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted soundcauses the amplitude, or he

Seek Button (Radio Mode)Press and release the Seek button to search for the nextstation in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of thebutton to see

Program Type Radio DisplaySoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy pressing the SEEK button when the PTY

AM/FM SelectionPress the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. Theoperating mode will be displayed next to the stationfrequency. The display will show