Chrysler 2004 300M User Manual

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

If the Sentry Key Immobilizer System indicator lightcomes on during normal vehicle operation (it has beenrunning for longer than 10 seconds) a fault h

NOTE:Tires heat up during normal driving conditions.Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving

Compass Variance is the difference between magneticnorth and geographic north. In some areas of the country,the difference between magnetic and geogra

To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press the RESETbutton approximately five seconds. The last vari

Global ResetIf the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 secondswhile in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Resetbutton will reset all 3 dis

Automatic Compass CalibrationThe self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates theneed to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.During a sh

Outside TemperatureBecause engine temperature can increase the displayedtemperature, temperature readings are slowly updatedwhen vehicle speed is belo

•Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse #6“BAT” location in the fuse block.•Reinstall the fuse cover.There may be an additional power

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls...111䡵 Instrument Cluster...112䡵 Instrument Clust

▫ Scan Button ...122▫ To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory ...122▫ To Change From Clock To Radio Mode ...122▫ Operating Ins

▫ Balance ...128▫ Fade ...128▫ Bass And Treble Tone Control ...128▫ AM/FM Selection ...

Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedureconsists of programming a blank key to the vehicleelectronics. A blank key is one which has never be

▫ Loading The CD Changer ...140▫ Playing Discs ...140▫ Seek Button ...141▫ FF/Tune/RW ...

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1114

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeWhen the ignition is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining inthe tank.2. Low

7. Turn Signal IndicatorsThe arrow will flash in unison with the exteriorturn signal, when using the turn signal lever.8. High Beam IndicatorThis ligh

If the pointer rises to the “H” mark, stop the vehicle andturn off the engine until the problem is corrected.CAUTION!Continuing to drive with an overh

have it replaced. If the light stays on, or comes onwhile driving, have the system checked by an autho-rized dealer.19. Odometer/Trip OdometerShows th

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be servicedas soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lockbrakes.23. Brake System Warning Lig

SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCKTo set the analog clock at the top center of the instrumentpanel, press and hold the plus (+) or minus (-) buttonsuntil the se

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

Ignition Key RemovalPlace the shift lever in Park and make sure that the shiftknob push-button (vehicles with floor shift) is in the outposition.Turn

Power Switch, Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume. Thevolume will be

Program Type Radio DisplayReligious Talk Rel TalkRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 To

Tone ControlSlide the Bass and/or Treble controls up or down toadjust the sound for the desired tone. The treble, and basswill be displayed and contin

Operating Instructions — Tape PlayerInsert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward theright and the mechanical action of the player will gently

Changing Tape DirectionIf you wish to change the direction of tape travel (sidebeing played), press the PTY button. The lighted arrow inthe display wi

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

NOTE:When first learning the control functions, theuser should set the controls as shown in the followinglist.Tone Controls…As illustrated.Speaker Con

You may add a second station to each push-button byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET button twice and SET 2 will show in

Cassette Player FeaturesWith ignition OFF and the sound system OFF, you caneject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button.You can turn the tape p

Floor Shift Ignition Interlock SystemThis system prevents the key from being removed unlessthe shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push buttonis

display. Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turnON.* “Dolby” noise reduction manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp

CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumedwhen the operating temperature is corrected or anotherMODE is selected.An ERR symbol will appear o

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 selectionson

FF/RW — TUNEPress FF/TUNE/RW to skip through the tracks in thedesired direction, until the button is released (it will notstop at the beginning/end of

SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPEDSatellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast tocoast.

Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB and RBK RadiosPress the MODE button repeatedly until ⬙SA⬙ appears inthe display. A CD or tape may remain in the radio

Storing and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsIn addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, youmay also commit 10 satellite stations to push buttonmemo

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEMThe interior lights will come on when you unlock thevehicle with the remote keyless entry or central unlock.They will remain o

6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPEDThe CD changer is located below the radio in theinstrument panel. The changer plays only 43⁄4inch (12cm) discs. The cha

Seek ButtonPress the top of this button on the radio once to play thenext track. Press the bottom of the button once to returnto the beginning of the

•Pressing the AM/FM button while in the tape or CDmode will select the radio mode.•If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected, the radiowill tune to

Pressing the center button will make the radio switchbetween the various modes available (AM/FM/TAPE/CD, Etc.).The left hand control is a rocker type

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

COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCETo keep the compact discs in good condition, take thefollowing precautions:1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching thes

CLIMATE CONTROLSAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC)The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level invarious weather conditions with a simple two s

Fan ControlUse this control to regulate the amount of air forcedthrough the system in any mode you select. Turn thecontrol clockwise to increase fan s

engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-pressor is on. This is a normal occurrence since thecompressor will cycle on and off to maintain com

NOTE:There is a varying difference in temperaturebetween the upper and lower outlets for added comfort.The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This

If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in theignition switch, with the ignition switch in the ACC,LOCK, or OFF position, and the driver’

Hot Weather Automatic RecirculationThe system will automatically recirculate the air insidethe vehicle when the interior is very warm. This willprovid

Operating TipsUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1514

Outside Air IntakeMake sure that the air intake directly in front of thewindshield is free of obstructions. Leaves, snow, etc.,could block air flow in

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures...155▫ Normal Starting ...155▫ Extremely Cold Weather(Below -2

▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...168▫ Spare Tire Usage With Directional Tread PatternTires (300M Special Only) ...169▫ Compact Spa

STARTING PROCEDURESWARNING!Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up maycause serious injury or de

If Engine Fails To StartCAUTION!Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Your vehicle cannot be started this way.Pushing with another

After StartingThe idle speed will automatically decrease as the enginewarms up.ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — Optional U.S. andStandard CanadaThese heaters use

Transaxle Reset ModeThe transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If acondition is detected that could cause damage, the trans-axle automaticall

When frequent transaxle shifting occurs when using theOverdrive range, such as when operating the vehicleunder heavy loading conditions (in hilly terr

“Child-Protection” Lock System (Rear Doors)To provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle ha

Autostick General Information•The transmission will automatically upshift from firstto second gear and from second to third gear whenengine speed reac

PARKING BRAKEWhen the parking brake is applied with the ignition on,the red Brake light in the instrument cluster will come on.NOTE:This light only sh

WARNING!•Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan-gerous for several reasons. A child or others couldbe injured. Children should be warned not

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brakeperformance under most braking conditions. The systemautomatically “pum

•The system has been deactivated to prevent damage tothe brake system due to overheated brake tempera-tures.NOTE:Extended heavy use of Traction Contro

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

period. The cold inflation pressure must not exceed themaximum values molded into the tire side wall.Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi [.13 t

CAUTION!The TPM system has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPM system pressureshave been established for the tire size equi

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will preventmoisture and dirt from entering the val

Spare Tire Usage with Directional Tread PatternTires (300M Special Only)The 300M Special model offers tires with a directionaltread pattern. These tir

3. vehicle speed is above 15 m.p.h. (24 km/h),4. the accelerator pedal is depressed.The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabledby performin

Tire SpinningWhen stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do notspin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph. (48 km/h).See the paragraph on Freeing A

WARNING!The 300M Special is equipped with tires that areoptimized for driving in dry and wet weather con-ditions. However, these tires have reduced tr

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the treadgrooves and will appear as bands when the tread depthbecomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indica

CAUTION!Replacing original tires with tires of a different sizemay result in false speedometer and odometer read-ings. Check with your dealer before r

of this type of tire is indicated by arrows on the side wallof the tire.The required rotation method for directional tires is toswap the front tire wi

FUEL REQUIREMENTS300MYour engine is designed to meet all emissions regulationsand provide satisfactory fuel economy and performancewhen using high qua

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

Materials Added to FuelAll gasoline sold in the United States is required tocontain effective detergent additives. Use of additionaldetergents or othe

CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting c

VEHICLE LOADINGThe load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in thefollowing sample chart and on the tire pressure labelattached to the driver’s

Automatic Unlock on Exit (Only Available ifAutomatic Door Locks Enabled)This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’sdoor is opened and the

adequate performance. For Example, choose “4” if thedesired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or “2” ifneeded to maintain the desired speed.Extended

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher...182䡵 If Your Engine Overheats...182䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe flasher switch is on the steering column, justbehind the steering wheel. Push in the flasherswitch and all front and rear di

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

Preparations For Jacking•Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers and park thevehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slipperyareas.•Put the gear

3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosenthe lug nuts of the flat tire.4. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jacksad

5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tireand install the spare tire.6. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) andtire. Remove t

WARNING!Death or serious injury can occur if magneticallysensitive devices are exposed to this magnet. Mag-nets can affect pacemakers.7. Mount the spa

Compact Spare Tire-For Temporary EmergencyUse Only•Keep tire inflated to 60 PSI (414 KPa) Cold InflationPressure.•Avoid driving more than 50 miles (80

JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERYWARNING!Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan wheneverthe hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignitionswitch is on

To unlock the doors:Press and release the unlock button on the transmitter.NOTE:The system may be programmed to unlock allthe doors upon the first pre

Remote jump starting terminals are located in theengine compartment.Check the Battery Test Indicator. If a light or brightcolored dot is visible in th

3. Turn off heater, radio and all unnecessary electricalloads.4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positivejump start attachment of the booster

WARNING!Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger-ous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling ofthe front wheels. You could lose control of

CAUTION!Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fastmay lead to transmission overheating and failure. Itcan also damage the tires. Do not spin th

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 3.5L Engine...197䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)...198䡵 Emissions Inspection And Mai

䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs...230䡵 Bulb Replacement...230▫ Headlight And Parking Light Removal ...230▫ Front Park, Tu

3.5L ENGINEMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1977

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)To meet new government regulations and promotecleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticatedonboard diag

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

Enable/Disable Trunk Press and Hold:The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the trunkimmediately upon activation of the Trunk button (with-out pr

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

The best time to check the oil level is about 5 minutesafter a fully warmed up engine is shut off or beforestarting the engine after it has sat overni

•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained highspeeds during hot weather above 90°F (32°C)•Trailer towing•Taxi, police or delivery service (commer

American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine OilIdentification SymbolThis symbol means that the oil hasbeen certified by the AmericanPetroleum Institute

performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-tives.Disposing of Used Engine OilCare should be taken in disposing of used engine oil fromyour vehic

Engine Air Cleaner FilterUnder normal driving conditions, replace the air filter atthe intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, youdrive the vehi

CAUTION!Damage to the catalytic converter can result if yourvehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. Inthe event of engine malfunction, part

replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TOCLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!Check ventilation hose for indication of damage orplugging deposits. Replace if

CAUTION!It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is atta

1. With the vehicle in Park, turn the Ignition switch to theON position.2. Using a previously programmed transmitter, press theUnlock button on the tr

Power Steering Fluid CheckWARNING!Fluid level should be checked with the engine off toprevent injury from moving parts. Do not overfill.Use only the m

Drive Shaft Universal JointsYour vehicle has four constant velocity universal joints.Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required. How-ever, t

then proceed as described above, to distribute the lubri-cant within the lock cylinder. Pay attention to trunkhinges, especially during cold weather,

Windshield WashersThe fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should bechecked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill thereservoir with windshie

WARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide which is colorless and odorless. Breathingit can make you unconscious and can ev

Check the front of the radiator and condenser for anyaccumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator andcondenser by gently spraying water from

Higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) may be used iftemperatures below -37°F (-38°C) are anticipated.Use only high purity water such as distilled

Coolant LevelThe coolant bottle provides a quick visual method fordetermining that the coolant level is adequate. With theengine Off and cold, the lev

•Maintain a coolant concentration of a minimum of 50%ethylene glycol and high quality water with recom-mended antifreeze for proper corrosion protecti

WARNING!Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure andpossibly an accident. Driving with your foot restingor riding on the brake pedal can result in

2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memoryseat switch, then press and release memory button 1 or 2.3. Within ten seconds of completing step

Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area beforeremoving the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring thefluid level up to the requirements de

Automatic TransaxleAll front wheel drive vehicles have a transaxle anddifferential assembly contained within a single housing.Selection of LubricantIt

Fluid Level CheckThe fluid level in the automatic transaxle should bechecked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation withan improper fluid level w

CAUTION!Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle cancause serious damage. To prevent dirt and waterfrom entering the transaxle after checking

The following maintenance recommendations will enableyou to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosionresistance built into your vehicle.What Causes Co

•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edgesof the doors, rocker panels and rear deck lid be keptclear and open.•If you detect any stone c

CAUTION!The use of vinyl, leather or plastic protectants maycause excessive gloss and/or discoloration of interiortrim parts.Leather Seat Care and Cle

protectants or other products which may cause undesir-able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore thelow glare surface.Cleaning Plastic Instr

Underhood FusesA Power Distribution center is located in the enginecompartment. This center contains fuses and relays forcircuits that operate only un

Cavity Fuse Circuits7 20 AmpYellowTail, License, Parking, Illumina-tion Lights, Instrument Cluster8 10 AmpRedAirbag9 10 AmpRedTurn Signal Lights, Turn

Transmitter Battery ServiceThe recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or itsequivalent.•Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similarobj

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBSInterior Light Bulbs Bulb No.Turn Signal...PC194Climate Control...330Overhead Co

2. Remove the upper crossmember attachments on bothsides of the vehicle; 6 in total.3. Remove the headlamp jackscrews on both sides of thevehicle.MAIN

4. Remove the windshield filler neck screw. 5. Remove the speed control servo screw.232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

6. Lift and prop the crossmember above the headlamp onthe side being serviced, and remove the electrical con-nectors from the headlamp.7. Pull headlam

Center Stop Light1. Open the trunk and remove the trunk lid cover.2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove itfrom the housing.3. Pull the b

License Plate Light1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull thebulb from the socket.

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 17 Gallons 64 LitersEngine Oil with Filter3.5 Liter Engine 5 Qts 4.7 LitersCooling System *3.5 Liter Eng

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine PartEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,00

BodyComponent Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine PartHinges:Door, Hood and Trunk Mopar 威 Engine OilHood hinge springs and links Mopar 威 Spray White LubeLatch

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance...240䡵 Maintenance Schedules...240▫ Schedule “B” ...

To set the alarm:1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get outof the vehicle.2. Lock the door using either the door key, power doorlock swit

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

NOTE:If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of

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

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

Security System Manual OverrideThe system will not arm if you lock the doors using themanual lock control.POWER WINDOWSWindow controls on the driver’s

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(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]Change engine

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle...256▫ 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

MOPAR姞 PARTSMopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle operating at its best

REMOTE TRUNK LID RELEASEYou can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle bypressing the switch on the left side of the instrumentpanel. The transmis

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS9

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

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About Your Brakes ... 162,163ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ... 116Accident Damage ... 225Adding Engine Co

Saving Feature ... 64,65,67Belts, Drive ... 205Belts, Engine ... 207Body Mechanism Lub

Headlights ... 226Instrument Panel ... 226Seat Belts ... 227Vinyl ...

Disabled Vehicle Towing ...193DisposalAntifreeze ... 215Engine Oil ... 205Door Ajar ...

Trunk Emergency ReleaseThe trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergencyrelease handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,near the la

Engine Fuel ...206Engine Oil ... 205FlashersHazard Warning ...182Flat Tire Changing ..

Heater ... 146High Beam Indicator ...114Holder, Coin ... 53Holder, Cup ...

Cruise ...72,114Daytime Running ... 68Dimmer Switch, Headlight ... 68Dome ...

Malfunction Indicator Light ... 115,199Manual, Service ...261Memory Feature ... 60Memory Seat ...

Pets ... 46Pets, Transporting ... 46PowerDistribution Center ... 228Door Locks ...

Seat Belt Maintenance ... 227Seat Belts ... 27,28,48Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ... 32Child Restraint

Synthetic Engine Oil ... 204System, Navigation ...136Tachometer ...113Tape Player ...

Transmitter, Garage Door Opener ... 75,80Transmitter Programming ... 20Transporting Pets ...46Traveler Trip

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, evenon short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driverand cause a collision which includes yo

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

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction...4䡵 How To Use This Manual...4䡵 Warnings And Cautions...6䡵 Ve

WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion could ridetoo high on your body, possibly causing

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageIn the front seats, the shoulder belt can be adjustedupward or downward to position the belt away fromyour nec

WARNING!Using a seat belt extender when not needed canincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Only use theextender when the lap belt is not long e

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

be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats appropriate for the size and ageof the child.Older children who do n

Airbag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•ACM (Airbag Control Module)•AIRBAG Readiness Light•Driver and Passenger Front Air

then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction inany part of the system, it turns on the light eithermomentarily or continuously.WARNING!Ignori

floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals.They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.However, if you haven’t healed significantly wit

•The side impact airbag control module monitors thereadiness of the electronic parts of the system when-ever the ignition switch is in the “START” or

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

Airbag LightYou will want to have the airbags ready for yourprotection in an impact. While the airbag systemis designed to be maintenance free, if any

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

•The restraint must be appropriate for your child’sweight and height. Check the label on the restraint forweight and height limits.•Carefully follow t

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming orslouching can move the belt out of position.•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child re

WARNING!Improper installation of a child restraint to theLATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant orchild restraint. The child could be badly

To attach a child restraint tether strap:1. Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seatwhere you are placing the child restraint.2. Route

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSThe engine in your new vehicle does not require a longbreak-in period.Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500

must remain open, close all windows. Adjust theheating or cooling system to force outside air into thevehicle. Set the blower at high speed.Safety Che

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Console Features...53䡵 Cup Holders...53▫ Front Seat Cup

INTRODUCTION 51

▫ To Turn The Interior Lights On ...64▫ Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights ...64▫ Instrument Panel Lighting ...65▫ Fron

▫ Programming The Universal Transceiver ...76▫ “Rolling Code” Programming ...77▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .79▫ Operation

▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ...103▫ Elapsed Time (ET) ...103▫ C/T Button ...103▫ Compass/Temperature

CONSOLE FEATURESThe center console/armrest has a tissue holder and apencil holder mounted on the underside of the cover. Thebottom of the console has

COAT HOOKThe coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Light Switch. Pull the hook down for access.MIRRORSAdjusting The Inside Day/N

NOTE:This feature is most effective when left in theON position.Heated Remote Control MirrorsThese mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. Thisfeatur

NOTE:Place the mirror switch in the neutral (center)position to prevent accidental changing of the mirrorsetting.Supplemental Indicators — 300M Specia

On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic VehicleInformation Center), these functions can be selected atthe EVIC using the Customer Programmable F

CAUTION!Do not place any article under a power seat as it maycause damage to the seat controls.Power Reclining SeatsThe recliner control is on the out

NOTE:On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (ElectronicVehicle Information Center), these functions can be se-lected at the EVIC using the Customer Program

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

Memory FeatureThis feature allows the driver to recall one of twopre-selected seat/outside mirror settings as well as radiostation preset buttons. The

Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter forthe Memory FeatureYour remote transmitters can be programmed to returnthe driver’s seat, mirror, and rad

Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjustable restraintsshould be adjusted so

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 up on the catch located under the front edge ofthe hood, near the center.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Use a

NOTE:The map lights or reading lights that are manu-ally switched on will not turn off automatically.Instrument Panel LightingThe brightness of the in

EXTERIOR LIGHTSHeadlights And Parking LightsWhen the headlight switch is turned clockwisefrom Off to the first position, the parking lights,taillights

Automatic system off, turn the headlight switch clock-wise, to the off position.The engine must be running before the headlights willcome on in the au

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)The headlights are on at a dimmer level whenever thevehicle is started and the parking brake is released. Thelight

Windshield Wipers And WashersThe wipers and washers are operated by a switch in thecontrol lever. Turn the end of the handle to select thedesired wipe

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys...9▫ Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer — If Equipped . 9▫ Igniti

NOTE:Vehicle speed is monitored to calculate wiperdelay intervals. The delay between cycles is shortenedwhen the vehicle is moving above 10 m.p.h. (16

To turn the Traction Control System On, press the switchuntil the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turnsoff.NOTE:Traction Control System comes

To Activate:Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system ON. TheCRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminatewhen the system is ON.NOTE:You must

To Resume Speed:To resume a previously set speed, push and release theACCEL/RESUME button. Resume can be used at anyspeed above 25 mph (40 km/h).To Va

downshift again to second gear. The transmission willupshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill.When Descending A HillIf vehicle speed rises 3

The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door isopened or when the interior lights are turned on byrotating the dimmer control located on the multi-f

WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to people andpets in the path of the door. People or pets could beseriously or fatally injured. Only use

NOTE:Step 2 does not have to be followed to programadditional hand held transmitters.3. Choose one of the three buttons to train. Place thehand held c

On garage door openers with the “Rolling Code” feature,the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent thecopying of your code.To check if your

Canadian Programming/Gate ProgrammingCanadian frequency laws, and the technology of someentry gates, require you to press and release the handheld tra

▫ Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming . .21▫ General Information ...22▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...23䡵 Security

SecurityIf you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, holddown both outside buttons u

WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to people andpets in the path of the door. People or pets could beseriously or fatally injured. Use this

2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing and holdingchannels button one and three, of the universal trans-ceiver, until CLEARED CHANNELS displays (

5. To program the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Besure to keep your hand-held transmitters in case youneed to reprogram the universal transceiv

4. When the display indicates TRAINED, and the previ-ous programming for the button has now been erasedand a new device has been programmed to the but

3. Press the programming button on the garage dooropener motor head unit (which activates the program-ming light).4. Firmly press and release the prog

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thetwo following conditions: (1) This device

The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also openas the sun roof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed ifthe sun roof is open.WARNING!In an accide

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPEDThe electronic vehicle information center (EVIC), whenthe appropriate conditions exist, displ

Tire Pressure Monitor System — If EquippedThe Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wirelesstechnology to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors,moun

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

NOTE:This display will return 60 seconds after eitherthe C/T, MENU, STEP, or RESET button is pressed. If atire is low or high, you should correct your

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:1. This device may

LanguageWhen in this display you may select one of five lan-guages for all display nomenclature, including the tripcomputer functions. Press the STEP

Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1stWhen this feature is selected only the driver’s door willunlock on the first press of the remote keyless entryunlock bu

Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with AutoHeadlights Only)When this feature is selected and the headlight switchhas at least once been moved to the

Tilt Mirrors DownWhen this feature is selected, and the vehicle is placed inreverse, the driver’s exterior mirror will tilt downward toimprove visibil

When this feature is selected, the TPM system will startthe retraining procedure. Pressing the STEP button whenin this display will select “Yes” or “N

7. Repeat step 6 working clockwise around the vehicle(Left Front, Right Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, Spare) untilall five TPM sensor positions are tr

Compass/Temperature/Trip ComputerThis display provides the outside temperature, one of theeight compass headings to indicate the direction thevehicle

Average Fuel EconomyShows the average fuel economy since the last reset.Distance To EmptyShows the estimated distance that can be travelled withthe fu