Chrysler 2007 Town and Country User Manual

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

▫ To Disarm The System ...19▫ Security System Manual Override ...19䡵 Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped ...20䡵 Remote

•Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait forthe voice on beep, which follows the ⬙Ready⬙ promptor another prompt.•For certain operations, compo

Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular PhoneTo begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pairyour compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone.N

•You will then be asked to give your cellular phone apriority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highestpriority. You can pair up to seven cellular ph

you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a previ-ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone-book. Refer to ⬙Add Names to Your UConnect™Phonebook,

four associated phone numbers and designations. Eachlanguage has a separate 32-name phonebook accessibleonly in that language.Edit Entries in the UCon

•After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you willthen be asked for the name of the entry that you wishto delete. You can either say the name of a p

•To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙VoiceRecognition’ button during the playing of the desiredname, and then say ⬙Call.⬙ NOTE: the user

Making a Second Call while Current Call inProgressTo make a second call while you are currently in a call,press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say

Call TerminationTo end a call in progress, momentarily press the ⬘Phone’button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and ifthere is a call on ho

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, saythe name of the language you wish to switch to(English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped).•Co

䡵 Occupant Restraints ...45▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...46▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ...52▫ Center Lap

emergency situations when the cell phone has networkcoverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system.Towing AssistanceIf you need towing assistance,•

When calling a number with your UConnect™ systemthat normally requires you to enter in a touch-tonesequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can pus

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone KeypadYou can dial a phone number with your cellular phonekeypad and still use the UConnect™ system (whiledialing via

Information ServiceWhen using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phonenumber ⬙#121,⬙ you can access voice activated automatedsystem to receive news

Select another Cellular PhoneThis feature allows you to select and start using anotherphone with the UConnect™ system. The phone musthave been previou

•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you wouldspeak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feetaway from you.•Make sure that no one other th

Far End Audio Performance•Audio quality is maximized under:•low-to-medium blower setting,•low-to-medium vehicle speed,•low road noise,•smooth road sur

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1173

118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1193

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers canbe used to order dupl

North American EnglishPrimary Alternate(s)Zero OhAdd location Add newAll All of themConfirmation prompts Confirmations promptsDelete a name DeleteLang

Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on theseat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.WARNING!Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is

CAUTION!Do not place any article under a power seat orimpede its ability to move as it may cause damage tothe seat controls. Seat travel may become li

HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as anindicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat isON.WARNING!Persons who are unable to feel pain

Manual Reclining Seats — If EquippedThe recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side ofthe seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lev

WARNING!Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under t

To Fold Second Row Seats1. Lower the head restraint and raise the armrests on thesecond row seat.2. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the⬙Loc

NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed positionbefore the seat can be tumbled into the floor.4. Pull rearward on the release strap located at the r

CAUTION!NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flatto avoid damage from contact with the front seattracks, which have minimal clearance to the

3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on theoutboard side of the seat, to return the seatback to its fullupright position.4. Close the sto

NOTE: The power window switches, radio, poweroutlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remainactive for up to 45 seconds after the ignition s

3. Pull release strap marked “2” to release the anchors. 4. Pull release strap marked “3” and tumble the seatrearward into the storage bin.Third Row S

To Unfold Third Row Seats1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of thestorage bin and push the seat forward until the anchorslatch.2. Pul

WARNING!In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could beinjured if seats are not properly latched to their floorattachments. Always be sure the

WARNING!To avoid serious injury or death, never operate thevehicle with occupants in the third row seat, while inthe tailgate mode.Easy Access Seating

To tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Goseating, pull forward on the release strap located on thefront of the seat between the seat back

3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on theoutboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. Ifthe head restraint contacts the rear of

5. Pull the release bar located at the bottom front edge ofthe seat to disengage the front attachments.6. The seat assembly can now be removed from th

50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal1. Lower the head restraint and pull up on release lever“1” to fold the seatback down.2. Pull up on release l

3. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom of theseat to disengage the front attachments.4. The seat assembly can now be removed from thevehi

3 – Passenger Bench SeatsRelease levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, nearthe floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handleand rota

Key-In-Ignition ReminderAn alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in theignition and the driver’s door is opened.Locking Doors With The Key

Plastic Grocery Bag RetainerRetainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery baghandles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats andsome front sea

The release lever is below the seat and is accessible fromthe front and back of the seat.Rear Seat Descriptions7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bucket

3. Additional Storage—The 2nd and 3rd row seats installed. The 3rd row benchseat is in the full forward position on the tracks and oneor both of the r

1. Normal Seating—The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. Both seatbacksare in the upright position.2. Increased Storage—Increased storage area is pr

4. Auxiliary Seating—The 2nd row seats are removed from the vehicle. Thenthe third row seats can be installed in either the rear ormiddle seat positio

DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPEDOnce programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on thedriver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat,driver’s

Setting Memory Positions and Linking RemoteKeyless Entry Transmitter to MemoryNOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numberedbutton (1 or 2) are pre

10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch tothe ON position.11. Select ⬙Remote Linked to Memory⬙ in the ElectronicVehicle Information C

To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position andremove the key.2. Press and release memory button number 1

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be released. First pullthe hood release lever located under the left side of theinstrumen

Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemThis system prevents the key from being removed unlessthe shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifti

inches (30 cm) and then drop it. This should secure bothlatches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fullyclosed, with both latches engaged.WA

•A door, sliding door or the liftgate is left open.•Any overhead reading light is left on.•If the dimmer control is in the extreme top position.NOTE:

Interior light Defeat (OFF)Rotate the dimmer control to theOFF position (extreme bottom).The interior lights will remain offwhen the doors or liftgate

Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet VehiclesOnly)The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever thevehicle is running, the headlights are off, and

remain on. refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) “Customer Programmable Features” for moreinformation.If the headlights are turned off

Turn Signal WarningIf the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle hastraveled at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about one milewith the turn signals on,

To use the washer, press the end of the multifunctionlever in when spray is desired, the washers will spray fora maximum of 20 seconds or until the le

Intermittent Wiper SystemUse the intermittent wipers when weather conditionsmake a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-tween cycles, desirab

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

•The Traction Control will make buzzing or clickingsounds when in operation.REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThis system is used to help drivers d

Shaft Lock Module (Vehicles Equipped withPremium Security System) — If EquippedThe shaft lock module is located inside the steeringcolumn. The module

The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellowLEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles.The following chart shows the warning display oper

WARNING!• Drivers must be careful when backing up even whenusing the Rear Park Assist System. Always checkcarefully behind your vehicle, and be sure t

NOTE:•Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debristo keep the system operating properly.•Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations cou

•The pedals can be adjusted while driving.•The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R(Reverse) or when the Speed Control System is ON.The

To Activate:Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi-cator located below the instrument cluster odometer willilluminate showing the electroni

To Vary the Speed Setting:When the speed control is set, speed can be increased bypressing and holding the “RESUME/ACCEL” button.When the button is re

WARNING!Speed Control can be dangerous where the systemcan’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle couldgo too fast for the conditions, and you coul

The lights also turn on when a front door, a sliding dooror the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped withRemote Keyless Entry, the lights w

turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects,the “CAL” symbol will turn off and the compass willfunction normally.Manual Compass Calibra

To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and setthe display to Comp/Temp. On vehicles equipped with aCompass/Mini Trip Computer press the RESE

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key ImmobilizerSystem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to thedealer.Customer Key ProgrammingYou can program new

Mini-Trip ComputerThis displays information on the following:•Average Fuel Economy (ECO AVG)Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.•Dista

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquippedThe Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when theappropriate conditions exist, displays the

Customer Programmable Features — If EquippedPress the “MENU” button until one of the display choicesfollowing appears:LanguageWhen in this display you

Use Factory SettingsIf “Yes” is selected, all of the customer programmablefeatures will be set to the factory default and not dis-played. If “No” is s

If this feature is not selected, the driver’s seat, driver’smirror, adjustable pedals, and radio settings can onlyreturn to their memory set positions

30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the“STEP” button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90,or “OFF.”Headlamp On With Wipers (Avail

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

Programming HomeLinkNOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it isadvised to park outside the garage. Some vehicles mayrequire the ignition switch

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLinkbutton that you want to train and the hand-held trans-mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons unt

2. Firmly press and release the ⬙learn⬙ or ⬙smart⬙ button.(The name and color of the button may vary by manu-facturer.)NOTE: There are 30 seconds in w

General InformationThe Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following cond

successfully been accepted by HomeLink. (The indicatorlight will flash slowly and then rapidly.) Proceed with⬙Programming⬙ Step Four to complete.Using

SecurityIf you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequenciesby following the “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” instruc-tions in this section.This devic

Press and hold the switch rearward to fully open thesunroof. The sunroof can be stopped at any positionbetween closed and full open. Momentarily press

WARNING!In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrownfrom a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could alsobe seriously injured or killed. Alwa

The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key orbattery symbol indicating the power source. The lowerinstrument panel outlet is powered directl

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCAUTION!• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power fromthe vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e

When the drawer is pulled out firmly, the arms of thecupholders will spring out. Place the container to be heldinto one of the cupholders and then pus

Rear CupholdersThere are dual stationary cupholders located in thepassenger side rear trim panel and a single stationary cupholder on the driver side

•The quad seat cupholders are designed to break awayif stepped on. To return the cupholder to its normalposition, simply push the cupholder up to snap

Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slidethe storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙Unlocked⬙position to allow greater access to the st

NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuouslyduring vehicle operation, have the system checked byyour dealer.To Disarm the SystemUse the Keyless E

Overhead Rail System — If EquippedThe overhead rail system contains provisions for threemovable and removable overhead storage bins. Thestorage bins m

3. Remove the storage bin.NOTE: Make sure the latch handle pops out beforeremoving the storage bin.To reinstall the storage bins, place the bin in the

1. Open the console lid and remove the storage tray.2. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floorconsole, and slide the console rearward t

2. Squeeze the legs together to disengage the holder fromthe floor console and remove the cell phone holder.To reinstall the cell phone holder, align

3. Using the front and rear grab handles, slide theconsole rearward to disengage the front of the consoleand lift up to remove the console from the fl

Cell Phone Holder1. Open the front lid and remove the cell phone holderby pulling rearward and up on the lower edge of theholder.2. Plug in the power

CAUTION!•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, i

Cargo Area StorageThe seats in your vehicle are in-line which enables you tostow long objects, such as lumber or skis, on the floorwithout moving the

Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.The roof rack does not increase the total load carryingcapacity of the vehicle. Be sure the

CAUTION!• Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel at anyluggage rack position for proper function. Noncompliancecould result in damage to t

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThe courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keylessentry transmitter or open the doors. This feature is on

If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. Thevehicle must be driven to reset the syst

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panels And Controls ...206䡵 Base Instrument Cluster ...207䡵 Instrument

▫ Tuning...222▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ...222▫ PTY (Program Type) Button ...222▫ Balance ...

▫ Mode ...229▫ Tape CD Button ...229▫ Time Button ...230▫ Scan Button ...

▫ Operating Instructions — CD/DVD Changer . . 258▫ Eject (EJT) Button ...260▫ Remote Control Operating Instructions ...260▫ Opera

▫ Radio Operation ...273▫ Tape Player ...274▫ CD Player ...274䡵 Cassette Tape And Play

INSTRUMENT PANELS AND CONTROLS206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2074

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH TACH208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2094

Three button transmitters will provide basic UNLOCK,LOCK and PANIC functions.Six button transmitters will provide functions that allowthe same basic o

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Fuel GaugeThe pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank whenthe ignition switch is in the ON position.2. Tire

when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle willrepeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition isremoved and reset.CAUTION!The Tire Pressu

6. Door Ajar LightThis light turns on if a door is not completelyclosed.7. SpeedometerIndicates vehicle speed.8. Brake System Warning LightThis light

In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Lightwill turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repairto the ABS system is required.The operat

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be servicedas soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lockbrakes. If the ABS light does not t

15. Vehicle Theft Alarm Light — If EquippedThis light will flash for approximately 15 sec-onds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming.16. Temperature

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call a service center

21. Malfunction Indicator LightThis light is part of an onboard diagnostic systemcalled OBD that monitors engine and automatictransmission control sys

This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and isa normal condition. The system will remain disabled forabout 4 minutes until the brakes have

25. Trip Odometer ButtonPress this button to change the display from odometer totrip odometer. The word TRIP will appear when in thetrip odometer mode

To unlock the doors and liftgate:Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, ortwice t

you understand and save you concern about these “ap-parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point ortwo about the transmission and reception of ra

SALES CODE RAZ — AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYERAND CD CHANGER CONTROLSNOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left

TuningPress the TUNE control up or down to increase ordecrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button,the radio will continue to tune until y

Program Type Radio DisplayCountry CountryInformation InformJazz JazzForeign Language LanguageNews NewsNostalgia NostalgiaOldies OldiesPersonality Pers

Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stopat all RDS stations. Each RDS station will be played for a5 second scan once around the FM Band

To stop the search, press SCAN a second time.To Set The Radio Push-button MemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to push-button

Press the SEEK button up or down to move the tracknumber to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections.Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection,

Pinch Roller ReleaseIf ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turnedoff, the pinch roller will automatically retract to protectthe tape from an

If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch fromradio to CD mode and begin to play. The display willshow the track number and index time in minu

FF/TUNE/RWPress FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse)button works in a similar manner.P

Using The Panic Alarm:To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press andhold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least onesecond and release.

Time ButtonPress this button to change the display from elapsed CDplaying time to time of day.Scan ButtonPress this button to play the first 10 second

CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen driving over a very rough road, the CD player mayskip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc orthe player, and pl

Radio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume.NOTE: Power

Program Type Radio DisplayRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RockSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R & BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherB

SeekPress and release the SEEK button to search for the nextstation in either the AM, FM or Satellite mode. Press thetop of the button to seek up and

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

Inserting The Compact DiscCAUTION!This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12 cm)discs only. The use of other sized discs may damagethe CD player m

RND — Random PlayPress the RND button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random o

Supported medium formats (file systems)The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.Whe

rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 filesuse a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 orVBR bit rates.MPEG Specifi-cationSampl

To Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — IfEquippedPress the LEFT button twice within five seconds toopen/close the left power sliding door. If the but

Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 AudioPlay)SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File.Pressing the

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (IfEquipped)Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’sManual.SALES CODE RBQ — AM/FM STEREO RADI

Radio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turnthe volume control clockwise to increase the volume.NOTE: Power

To Set The Radio Push-Button MemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to push-button memory, press the SET RNDbutton. SET 1 will

Time ButtonPress the TIME button to change the display betweenradio frequency and time.General InformationThis radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rule

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The d

ScanPress the Scan button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing.FF/TUNE/RWPress FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast

Program Type Radio DisplayInformation InformJazz JazzForeign Language LanguageNews NewsNostalgia NostalgiaOldies OldiesPersonality PersonalityPublic P

By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon isdisplayed, the radio will stop at every PTY station on theband and list each corresponding program typ

SALES CODE RBK — AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGERCONTROLSNOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower leftside of your radio fac

vehicles so equipped. The table below explains the LampFlash options. (See page 172 for more information.)Function Which Turn SignalLampsNumber ofFlas

the radio will continue to tune until you release thebutton. The frequency will be displayed and continu-ously updated while the button is pressed.To

Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and FADE will bedisplayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust thesound level between the front and rear speaker

Inserting The Compact DiscCAUTION!This CD player will accept 43⁄4inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanis

FF/TUNE/RWPress FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse)button works in a similar manner.R

Disc Up/Program Button 1Press the DISC up (button 1) button to play the nextavailable disc.Disc Down/Program Button 5Press the DISC down (button 5) bu

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

variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your “Navi-gation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instruc-tions.NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipp

2. At the Clock Setup screen highlight the box next to“Time Zone” and press ENTER.3. Highlight the appropriate time zone for you locationand press ENT

The CD/DVD Changer will play CD-R, CD-RW, CD-Audio and DVD Video disc formats. The video screenwill turn on automatically once a DVD is inserted into

which numbered position the disc will be loaded into.The disc will automatically be pulled into the CD/DVDchanger.3. Upon insertion, the disc will beg

1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thincoin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Makesure not to damage the rubber gasket d

EJECT (EJT) ButtonIf there is a disc in the changer, press the EJT button andthe disc will eject. If you do not remove the disc within 10seconds, it w

Remote Control Buttons1. Headphone Transmitter2. Menu Up/Next Track/Chapter3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind4. Return5. Setup6. Pause/Play7. Mute8. Display9. M

RTN Button (4)This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press thisbutton to return to the previous menu when in the discmenu mode.SETUP Button (5)Thi

SLOW Button (12)This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press thisbutton to advance the video. If the DVD is paused,pressing this button will ad

Remote Control Battery Service•To replace the batteries for the remote control slide thecover rearward.The replacement batteries for the remote contro

2. Enter ButtonThis button will enter the selection from theon-screen menu.3. Brightness ButtonChanges the brightness of the screen picture.Video Scre

Operating Instructions — Headphones1. Power Button2. Volume Control3. Power IndicatorPower ButtonPressing the power button will turn the headphonesON/

•Replace the battery in each earpiece and reinstall thecover. The headphones require two AAA batteries.General InformationThis device complies with pa

Operating Instructions — MP3 Player, PortableWalkmanAn MP3 player can be connected to the audio system.Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on

2. Credit card information.3. Your Vehicle Identification Number.Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ENS/SID)The Electronic Serial N

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksLock the doors by pushing down on the lock plungers oneach door trim panel.If the lock plunger is down when you shut the do

Selecting Satellite Mode in RBU, RAZ, RB1 andRBQ RadiosPress the MODE button repeatedly until the word⬙SIRIUS⬙ appears in the display. These radios wi

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

Reception QualitySatellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons.•The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure o

The right hand rocker switch has a push button in thecenter and controls the volume and mode of the soundsystem. Pressing the top of the rocker switch

Tape PlayerPressing the top of the switch once will go to the nextselection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of theswitch once will go to the begi

5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewinda loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tapedrive gear and twist the pencil

CLIMATE CONTROLSThe Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed tomake you comfortable in all types of weather.Manual Air Conditioning and Heating

Dual Zone Temperature Control — If EquippedWith the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, eachfront seat occupant can independently control the tem-pe

Panel ModeAir comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Eachof these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct theflow of air. Moving the a

Bi-Level ModeAir comes from both the instrument panel outlets, flooroutlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the side windo

Power Door Locks — If EquippedA power door lock switch is on each front door trimpanel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.If you press the p

Floor ModeAir comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air isdirected through the defrost and side window demisteroutlets.Mix ModeAir comes fr

Defrost ModeAir comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost yourwindshield and side windows.NO

•If your air conditioning performance seems lower thanexpected, check the A/C air filter, if so equipped, andthe front of the A/C condenser for an acc

A/C Recirculation ProgrammingThe recirculation control is programmed to cancel therecirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFFand will reset

Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If EquippedThe Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floorair outlets to the rear of the right side sliding d

The center knob on the front climate control unit has fivepositions, “REAR”, “OFF”, and a range of blower speeds.Only when the primary control for the

in the cold position, cold air will be delivered from theheadliner outlets. As the rear temperature knob isturned towards hot, the air will get warmer

Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by press-ing the auto rocker switch to the “HI” or “LO” position,the word “AUTO” will illuminate in the

off and “DELAY” will appear in the front ATC displayuntil the engine warms up. Also, an estimate of the timeremaining until the “DELAY” is over will a

The operator can also select the direction of the air byrotating the right mode control knob to one of thefollowing positions.Panel ModeAir comes from

•On non EVIC - equipped vehicles perform the follow-ing steps:1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seat b

Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, flooroutlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the side wind

Floor ModeAir comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air isdirected through the defrost and side window demisteroutlets.Mix ModeAir comes fr

Defrost ModeAir comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost yourwindshield and side windows.NO

Recirculation ControlWhen outside air contains smoke, odors, highhumidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, youmay wish to recirculate interior air by

“AUTO”. Only when the “REAR SYSTEM” knob is in the“REAR CONTROL” position do the second seat occu-pants have control of the Rear Automatic Temperature

•The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric byselecting the US/M customer programmable feature.Refer to the “Overhead Console-Customer Program

Rear Mode ControlThe Rear Mode Control, located inthe headliner near the center ofthe vehicle can be used to selectbetween Auto, Headliner, Bi-Level a

glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Referto section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual forproper coolant selection.Winter Operat

Operating Tips A/C Air Filter — If EquippedOn vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust

Rear Washer Operation — Manual TemperatureControl OnlyThe controls are located on the Manual Tempera-ture Control head above the front blower control.

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

Auto Unlock On Exit Programming — If EquippedThe doors will unlock automatically on vehicles withpower door locks if:1. Enter your vehicle and close a

Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation — AutomaticTemperature Control OnlyWhen this button is pressed and the ignitionswitch is in the ON position, the rea

The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluidwhen the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.Electric Rear Window Defroster — If EquippedPre

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ...307▫ Automatic Transmission ...308▫ Normal Starting (Above 32°F

䡵 Power Steering ...321䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ...322▫ Acceleration ...322▫ Traction ...

▫ Tire Pressure Monitoring Low PressureWarnings ...345▫ Base Tire Pressure Monitoring System WithElectronic Vehicle Informatio

▫ Replacement Parts ...358▫ Maintenance ...358䡵 Vehicle Loading ...358▫ Vehicle Certifica

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!•Be sure

Automatic TransmissionThe gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARKposition before you can start the engine. Depress thebrake pedal before shifting

If Engine Fails To StartIf the engine fails to start after you have followed the“Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Pushthe accelerator pe

WINDOWSPower Vent WindowsSwitches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driveroperate the two vent windows from the driver’s seat.Power WindowsYou c

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

The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood onthe driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap thatis located on the driver side of th

WARNING!It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or“N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. Ifyour foot is not firmly on the b

Reset Mode - Electronic TransmissionThe transmission is monitored electronically for abnor-mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause

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

occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshiftsoccur earlier than other gear range selections.NOTE: The vehicle computer will over ride Overdr

before placing the gear shift lever in PARK, otherwise theload on the transmission locking mechanism may make itdifficult to move the selector out of

When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward thecurb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on anuphill grade.The parking brake should alw

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

When the vehicle is driven over approximately 7 mph (11km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as wellas some related motor noises. These noi

Auto Down Feature — If EquippedThe driver’s window switch has an auto down feature.Press the window switch past the detent, release, and thewindow wil

TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDThis system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each ofthe driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brakepressure is a

NOTE: The Traction Control will make buzzing orclicking sounds when in operation.NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control maycause the system to d

WARNING!Continued operation with reduced power steeringassist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.Service should be obtained as soon as po

TractionWhen driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for awedge of water to build up between the tire and roadsurface. This is known as hydropl

•European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginnin

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = 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 tire;however, the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon either the face of the driver’s door or t

3) the tire size designed for your vehicle4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rearand spare tires.LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on t

SLIDING SIDE DOORThe sliding door may be opened from the inside or theoutside. Pull out on the outside handle to open thesliding door from the outside

passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargoand luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750,and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs.)5. Deter

STARTING AND OPERATING 3315

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

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

check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgementwhen determining proper inflation. Radial tires may lookproperly inflated even when they are under

Tire Pressures for High Speed OperationThe manufacturer advocates driving at safe speedswithin posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-tions

Compact Spare Tire — If EquippedThe compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your stylevehicle on

Limited Use Spare — If EquippedThe limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency useon your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited usespare

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to:•Driving style•Tire pressure•Distance drivenWARNI

NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be openedwhile the fuel door is open. This feature operates onlywhen the sliding door is fully closed prio

WARNING!• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than thatspecified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unap-proved tires and wheels may cha

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration

NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, andyour vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of timeon dry pavement. Observe the tire chain ma

Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis-sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusualwear should be corrected prior to rotat

•The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warnthe driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure fallsbelow the low pressure warning threshold

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsThe Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp willilluminate in the instrument cluster and an audiblechime

•Receiver Module•4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors•Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages,which display in the Electronic Vehicle Informati

text message. The flash cycle will repeat every tenminutes, without an audible chime, until the condition nolonger exists. The flash cycle sequence wi

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

Pressure Monitoring Lamp to be ON, and a Chime willsound. This sequence will repeat for every key cycle untilthe original TPMS tire has been properly

The power sliding door may also be opened by pressingthe switches on the overhead console or the switchlocated on the trim panel just in front of the

Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the worldhave issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica-tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to d

manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made fromMethanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha-nol.MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese conta

•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,damage the emission control system.•An out-of-

the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditionsrepaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all sidewindows fully open.•Keep the liftgate closed

As a reminder, a fuel icon with an arrow “ 䉳 ”indicating which side of the vehicle the fuel fillerdoor is located on, is located in the instrumentclus

NOTE:•Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking”sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap isproperly tightened.•If the gas ca

FLEXIBLE FUEL — FLEET VEHICLES ONLYE-85 General InformationThe information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve-hicles only. These vehicles can be

For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates be-tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided.When you do switch fuels, it is recommende

Cruising RangeBecause E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon thangasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel con-sumption. You can expect you

Vehicle Certification LabelYour vehicle has a certification label attached to thedriver’s door pillar.The label contains the following information:•Na

If the inside or outside door handles are used while thepower sliding door is activated, the power sliding doorfeature will be canceled and the door m

WARNING!Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle,it is important that you do not exceed the maximumfront or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving

The best way to figure out the total weight of yourvehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready foroperation. Weigh it on a commercial sca

A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note thatneither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have beenexceeded.Example Only FrontAxleRear AxleEmpty

TRAILER TOWINGIn this section you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rearaxles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axlesevenly. M

Weight-Distributing HitchA weight-distributing system works by applying lever-age through spring (load) bars. They are typically usedfor heavier loads

Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System366 STARTING AND OPERATING

Trailer Hitch ClassificationYour vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optionalTrailer

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings)The following chart provides the maximum trailerweight ratings towable for your given drivetrain

Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com-bined Wt. Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW (GrossTrailer Wt.)Max. Tongue Wt.3.3L & 3.8L Auto-matic with trailertow

Child Protection Door LockTo provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with achild protec

Trailer and Tongue WeightAlways load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of theGross Trailer We

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on thetrailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additionalfactory-installed options, or dealer-instal

WARNING!Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towingas safe as possible:Make certain that the lo

4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized(This requirement may limit the ability to alwaysachieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight a

−Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000lbs (907 kg).CAUTION!If the trailer we

NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicleswiring harness.The electrical connections are all complete to the vehiclebut you must mate the harn

Towing Tips — Automatic TransmissionThe “D” range can be selected when towing. However, iffrequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” ranges

−Highway DrivingReduce speed.−Air ConditioningTurn off temporarily.−refer to Cooling System Operating information in theMaintenance section of this ma

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ...380䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ...381䡵 Jacking And Tire Chang

•When the child lock system is engaged the door can beopened only by using the outside door handle, remotekeyless entry transmitter, switches on the o

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe hazard flasher switch is located in the center ofthe instrument panel above the radio.To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers,

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATSIn any of the following situations, you can reduce thepotential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-tion.•On the high

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call a service center

Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go SeatingPreparations For JackingWARNING!Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personalinjury

Jack Location — Stow ’n Go SeatingThe jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowedbehind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area.P

Spare Tire Stowage — Stow ’n Go SeatingFor vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the sparetire is stowed inside a protective cover located under

Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts byturning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still

CAUTION!The winch mechanism is designed for use with thewinch “T” handle only. Use of an air wrench or otherpower tools is not recommended and can dam

4. When the compact spare tire/cover assembly is clearof the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright andremove the wheel spacer by squeezing th

Jack Engagement LocationsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3896

NOTE:•After setting the child protection door lock system,always test the door from the inside to make certain itis in the desired position.•The power

6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body andconsist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to belocated, engaging the flange, betwee

10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to theleft.11. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on thewrench while tightening for increased l

16. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon aspossible. Correct pressure as required.Secure The Spare Tire As Follows:1. To stow the compact spa

WARNING!A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly, thrownforward in a collision or hard stop could endangerthe occupants of the vehicle. Always stow t

WARNING!Verify that ’both’ retainer tabs of the wheel spacerhave been properly extended through the center ofthe wheel and spare tire cover assembly.

WARNING!Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of thevehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough offthe road to avoid the danger of being hi

Spare Tire Stowage — Non Stow ’n Go SeatingFor vehicles not equipped with Stow ’n Go seating thespare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle bym

Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts byturning them to the left one turn while the wheel is s

Jack Engagement Locations398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

5. These locations are on the sill flange of the body andconsist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to belocated, engaging the flange, betwee

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

If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with apowered liftgate, pressing the button on the remotekeyless entry transmitter will result in the li

NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the compactspare.Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers.9. Lower the vehicle by turning the

•For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation,stow with the valve stem toward the rear of thevehicle.•Using the jack handle, rotate the drive

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 batter

WARNING!Do not connect the cable to the negative post of thedischarge battery. The resulting electrical sparkcould cause the battery to explode.During

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

CAUTION!•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result.•Always use wheel li

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLYThe manufacturer does not recommend that you tow afront wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolly.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 3.3L/3.8L Engines ...410䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...411▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap M

▫ Steering Shaft Seal ...425▫ Steering Linkage ...425▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints ...425▫ Body Lubric

▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker AndBack-Up Lights ...455▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 456▫ License Li

When the remote keyless entry transmitter button ispressed and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled, the taillights will flash to signal that the liftg

3.3L/3.8L ENGINESEngine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

cap until a ⬙clicking⬙ sound is heard. This is an indicationthat the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometerreset button to turn the message

4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, youwill see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normalbulb check.5. Approximately 15 seconds late

DEALER SERVICEYour dealer has the qualified service personnel, specialtools, and equipment to perform all service operations inan expert manner. Servi

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

Change Engine OilRoad conditions and your kind of driving affects theinterval at which your oil should be changed. Check thefollowing list to see if a

Engine Oil SelectionFor best performance and maximum protection under alltypes of operating conditions, the manufacturer onlyrecommends engine oils th

Materials Added to Engine OilThe manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) tothe engine

Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interfer-ence between the belts and other engine components.Spark PlugsSpark plugs must fire properly

•The power liftgate must be in the full open or closepositions for any of the buttons to operate. If theliftgate is not in the full open or close posi

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-portant to keep the engine properly tuned

vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including atune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob-tained immediately.To minimize the pos

WARNING!Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid tocontact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don

Air Conditioner MaintenanceFor best possible performance, your air conditionershould be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealerat the start of ea

Refrigerant Recovery And RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-tection

WARNING!Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to insure accurate fluid level

Continued operation could result in failure of the univer-sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of thegrease. This would require complete repl

Windshield and Rear Window WashersThe fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and therear window washer is shared. It is located in the enginecompa

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

WARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscious and c

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-ture, it may be necessary to assist the props

Engine Coolant ChecksCheck the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12months (before the onset of freezing weather, whereapplicable). If coola

CAUTION!Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en-gine coolants, may result in engine damage and maydecrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOAT

The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount ofcorrosion protection in the engine cooling system.Please note that it is the owner’s responsib

do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in opencontainers or allow it to remain in puddles on theground. If ingested by a child, contact a p

•Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in thecoolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to beadded, contents of coolant recovery bottle mus

Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks arepresent.Components should be replaced immediat

Brake And Power Steering HosesWhen the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence ofheat and

Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level CheckThe fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing underhood services, or immediately if

CAUTION!Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminatethe brake fluid — all brake seal components couldbe damaged causing partial or complete brake

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

Storage Bin Cover Emergency ReleaseAs a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover EmergencyRelease strap is built into the storage bin cover latchingmecha

5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hotor warm. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82°C), whichis the normal operating temperature aft

•Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, ortrailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly formore than 45 minutes of continuous oper

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

CAUTION!Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materialssuch as steel wool or scouring powder, which willscratch metal and painted surfaces.Special Ca

Wheel and Wheel Trim CareAll wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum andchrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with amild soap and water

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

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster LensesThe lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle aremolded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses,

Press the stop tab, slide the entire drawer out and removeit from the instrument panel.CleaningSoak the drawer, with the drawer front facing up, in am

FUSES — INTEGRATED POWER MODULEAn Integrated Power Module (IPM) located in the enginecompartment near the battery. This center contains car-tridge fus

Cavity CartridgeFuseDescriptionF28 40 AmpGreenPower WindowsF30 40 AmpGreenHeadlight Washers (ExportOnly)F31 40 AmpGreenPower Sliding DoorF32 40 AmpGre

NOTE: Do not use the storage bin emergency release tolift the storage bin cover. The strap is intended foremergency release only.OCCUPANT RESTRAINTSSo

Cavity Mini Fuse DescriptionF21 25 AmpNaturalAnti-Lock Brake System(ABS) ModuleF23 10 Amp Red Ignition SwitchF24 20 Amp Yel-lowHazardF26 20 Amp Yel-lo

position are fused with self resetting fuses that are onlyserviceable by an authorized dealer. The power seats arefused by a 30 Amp circuit breaker lo

NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace-ment instructions.All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glasscartridge types. Alum

2. Turn the bulb socket retaining ring or the bulb assem-bly counterclockwise.3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb.NOTE: On some

Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod-ule.2. Twist the turn signal socket to remove from t

Fog Lights1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle.2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the foglight housing.3. Disconnect

3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from thehousing.4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the sock

License Light1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws.2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb andreattach the lens assembly.FLUIDS

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...460䡵 Maintenance Schedules ...460▫ Schedule “B” ...

WARNING!In a collision, you and your passengers can suffermuch greater injuries if you are not properly buck-led up. You can strike the interior of yo

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

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-vice).〫•Off-road or desert operation.•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)fuel.NOTE: M

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 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000(Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change engine oil and engi

Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 102, 000 105, 000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter.

WARNING!•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these areas are more likely

Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filte

‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.〫 This maintenance is required only for police, taxi,limousine type operation, or trailer to

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) (60 000)[Months] [6] [12] [

Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60]

Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Change engine oil and eng

Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Flush and replace the eng

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...478▫ Prepare For The Appointm

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

technicians, special tools, and the latest information toassure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timelymanner.This is why you should always ta

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

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY)To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed specia

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms andprovisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable t

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Call Toll Free at:•1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)•1–800–387–1143 (Canada)OrVisit us on the World Wide Web at:•www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com•www.daimler

on specified government test surfaces of asphalt andconcrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-mance.WARNING!The traction grade assigned

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Adding Fuel ... 353Adding Washer Fluid ...300,427Additives, Fuel ...351Adjustable Pedals

Reset Mode ... 313Selection Of Lubricant ... 438,458Shifting ...313Special Additives ...

Oil (Engine) ...417Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...432Car Washes ...442Carbon Monoxide Warn

Compass Variance ...168Computer, Trip/Travel ... 170Console, Overhead ...166Console, Removabl

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong

Door Ajar Light ...212Door Locks ... 27Door Locks, Automatic ...28Door Opener, Garage

Oil Synthetic ...417Overheating ... 381Temperature Gauge ... 215Event Data Recorder ...

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ... 403Fuel ... 349Adding ... 353Additives ...

Head Phones ... 266Head Restraints ... 122Headlights ...151Bulb Replacement ...

Jack Location ...384,386,395,397Jack Operation ... 382,386,397Jacking Instructions ... 386,397Jump Sta

Headlights On Reminder ...153High Beam Indicator ... 216High Beam/Low Beam Select ... 155Illuminated Entry ..

Maintenance, Airbag ...70Maintenance Free Battery ...421Maintenance Procedures ...414Maintenance Sch

Checking ... 414Disposal ...418Filter ...418,458Filter Disposal ...

Sunroof ...181Windows ... 31Power Steering Fluid ... 458Pregnant Women and Seat

Replacement Tires ... 339Reporting Safety Defects ... 481Restraint, Head ... 122Restraints,

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

Integrated, Child ... 73Lumbar Support ...125Memory ... 145Power ...

TiltColumn ... 157Wheel Lock ... 14Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 272Storage ...

Load Capacity ...328,329Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ... 343Quality Grading ... 483Radial ...

Transmitter Battery Service (Remote KeylessEntry) ... 25Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . 175Transmitter P

Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ... 444Wheel Bearings ...441Wind Buffeting ...32,183Window Fogging ..

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch pla

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average,you’ll prefer a higher position. When

WARNING!•A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous.•A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip downand under the belt in a collision.•A belt

chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96seconds or until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat beltis buckled.The Enhanced Warning System (

The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti-vated by repeating this procedure.NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System(BeltAlert) has been

Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS) — AirbagsThis vehicle has airbags for both the driver and frontpassenger as a supplemen

Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federalregulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to“Occupant Classification System”

WARNING!• Do not put anything on or around the airbag coversor attempt to manually open them. You may damagethe airbags and you could be injured becau

NOTE: The passenger front airbag may not deploy evenwhen the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi-fication System (refer to “Occupant Classi

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

2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulderbelts properly.3. The driver and front passenger seats should bemoved back as far as practical to a

Airbag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)•AIRBAG Light•Driver Airbag•Front Passenger Ai

How The Airbag System Works•The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determinesif a frontal collision is severe enough to require theairbags to inflate

WARNING!Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru-ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbagsto protect you in a collision. If the light d

about 30 milliseconds (about one quarter of the time ittakes to blink your eyes) with enough force to injureyou if you are not belted and seated prope

affect occupant classification. Also, if you fold downthe rear seat, check to be sure it doesn’t touch the frontpassenger seat.If there is a rapid cha

teenagers and some small adults, depending on size, theairbag may or may not be enabled in the event of acollision. Both drivers and passengers should

when the Occupant Classification System detects ei-ther an empty seat or a weight less than the predeter-mined occupant threshold, the ORC will not il

WARNING!Unapproved modifications or service procedures tothe front passenger seat assembly, its related compo-nents, or seat cover may inadvertently c

If A Deployment OccursThe airbag system is designed to deploy the airbagswhen the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to-severe collision, to hel

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may

WARNING!Deployed airbags, front seat belt buckle pretension-ers and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protectyou in another collision. Have the ai

WARNING!•You need proper knee impact protection in acollision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarketequipment on or behind the knee bolsters.•It is d

data gathered during a complete accident investigation,the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChryslerCorporation and others to learn more about th

Data Parameters that May Be Recorded:•Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp statusfor electronically-controlled safety systems, includingthe air

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics,children are safer when properly restrained

infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facingby children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but areless than one year old.•Rearward-facing ch

•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move thechild closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’thelp, move the child to the center

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

•Buckle the child into the seat according to the childrestraint manufacturer’s directions.•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in theve

over the top of the seatback. For bench seats with splitseatbacks, route the tether between the seatbacks.When using the tether anchorages in the cent

Fleet vehicles equipped with the LATCH system on the3-passenger bench seat must have the seat adjusted to thefull rear position on the tracks when the

WARNING!Fleet Vehicles Only:Do not install child restraint systems equipped withLATCH attachments at all three seating positions inthe seat at one tim

Transporting PetsAirbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possiblyinjured, or injure a pa

Restraining Infants and Small Children with SeatDelete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)There are different sizes and types of restraints forchildren

1. Locate the child restraint tether anchor on the floorjust behind the front passenger seat.2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor forward to-wa

5. Route the tether strap beneath the head restraintbetween the two head restraint posts. Ensure that thechild restraint tether strap is centered betw

WARNING!The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be usedwith a child restraint only. It should not be used forany other purpose. Before use inspect th

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

Airbag LightThe light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstturned ON. If the LED is not lit

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...94▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...94▫ Automatic

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ...12▫ Ignition Key Removal ...12▫ Key-In-I

▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ...113▫ Things You Should Know About YourUConnect™ System ...114䡵 Seats ...

䡵 To Open And Close The Hood ...149䡵 Lights ...150▫ Interior Lights ...150▫ Park Lights ...

▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...165▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...165䡵 Overhead Console — If Equipped ...166▫ Courtesy/

▫ Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker’sPackage Kit ...186▫ Rear Cupholders ...187䡵 Storage ...

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows for horizontaland vertic

CAUTION!To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth

WARNING!Vehicles and other objects seen in a passenger sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on y

Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for thedirection you want the mirror to move.Driver’s power mirror preselected positions can be con-t

HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) —IF EQUIPPEDUConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehiclecommunications system. UConnect™ allows you to

The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. Seewww.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. I