Dodge 2007 KA Nitro Manual do Utilizador

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

In order to un-mute the UConnect™ system:•Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button.•Following the beep, say ⬙Mute-off.⬙Information ServiceWhen using AT&am

•The UConnect™ system will play the phone names ofall paired cellular phones in order from the highest tothe lowest priority. To “select” or “delete”

•You can also press the ⬘Voice Recognition’ buttonanytime while the list is being played and then choosethe phone you wish to delete.Things You Should

•Make sure that no one other than you is speakingduring a voice recognition period.•Performance is maximized under:•low-to-medium blower setting,•low-

•low-to-medium vehicle speed,•low road noise,•smooth road surface,•fully closed windows, and•dry weather condition.•operation from driver seat.•Perfor

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1053

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1073

Voice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)zeroonetwothreefourfivesixseveneightninestar (*)plus (+)pound (#)add locationallcallcancelconfirmation promptscontin

mobilemutemute offnew entrynopagerpair a phonephone pairing pairingphonebook phone bookpreviousrecord againredialreturn to main menu return or main me

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ...14▫ Ignition Key Removal ...14▫ Key-In-I

SEATSFront Manual Seat AdjustmentMove the seat forward or rearward using the adjustmentbar. Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat nearth

Front Seat Adjustment — ReclineTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on theoutboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the leverat the

6–Way Driver’s Power Seat with Manual ReclinerThe seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat nearthe floor. Use this switch to move the seat up o

Fold Flat Front Passenger SeatThe front passenger seat can be folded flat to allow forextended cargo space. Pull up on the lever to fold downthe seat

indicate the level of heat in use. Two LEDs are illumi-nated for high, one for low, and none for off. Pressing theswitch once will select high-level h

WARNING!Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use,

Also, be sure that the front seats are fully upright andpositioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to folddown easily.WARNING!•It is extremely

4. If desired, push down on the seatback to lock it in thefolded position.To Raise Rear SeatIf locked in the folded position, pull the release strap(t

Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is locatedbetween the grille and hood opening right of the center.To prevent possible damage, do not

LIGHTSInterior LightsThe overhead light comes on when a door is opened. Itmay also be turned on by rotating the control for thedimmer switch on the mu

▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...24▫ Battery Replacement ...24▫ General Information ...25䡵 Remote Start

Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, andHeadlightsTurn the end of the multi-function control lever to thefirst detent for parking lights and instr

Passing LightYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multi-function control lever towardthe steering wheel. This wil

Daytime Running Lights — If EquippedThe headlights come on at a low intensity level after thevehicle has been driven approximately 3 feet (1 meter).Th

Windshield Wiper OperationMove the lever upward to the second detent for LO speedwiper operation, or to the third detent for HI speedoperationWindshie

TILT STEERING COLUMNTo tilt the column, push down on the lever under themulti-function control lever and move the wheel up ordown, as desired. Pull th

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDWhen engaged, this device takes over the acceleratoroperation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). Thespeed

To Set At A Desired SpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressdown on the lever and release. Release the acceleratorand the vehicle wi

Tapping the “SET DECEL” button once will result in a 1mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button istapped, speed decreases.NOTE: The Speed Cont

On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur soit may be preferable to drive without speed control.ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicl

TCS (Traction Control System)This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each ofthe driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brakepressure is ap

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...74䡵 Safety Tips ...74▫ Exhaust Gas ...74▫ Safety Checks Y

WARNING!BAS (Brake Assist System) cannot prevent the natu-ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, norcan it increase the traction afforded by

WARNING!Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi-tions and driving conditions, influence the chancethat wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM

ESP/TCS Indicator LightThe ⬙ESP/TCS Indicator Light⬙ located in theinstrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as thetires lose traction and the ESP s

ESP OnThis is the normal operating mode for ESP in 2WD, 4WDPart Time, 4WD Full Time, and on 2WD vehicles. When-ever the vehicle is started, the ESP sy

situation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off”mode is overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarilydepressing the “ESP OFF” switch. This may

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices such as garage door openers, mo

Programming The Universal TransceiverFor best results, install a new battery in the hand heldtransmitter before programming. If your garage dooropener

1. Turn off the engine.2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing the twooutside buttons. Release the buttons when the light in theUniversal Transcei

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

NOTE: The assistance of a second person may make thefollowing programming procedure quicker and easier.1. Locate the training button on the garage doo

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plasticbag with the key code number on it. If you received yourkeys without the

The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly andthen rapidly when the programming is successful.NOTE: When programming such a garage door openero

2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.NOTE: Changes or modification

WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by

sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward andrelease to Express Close.Pinch Protect O

Sunroof MaintenanceUse only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel.ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETThis vehicle has two auxiliary powe

The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the leftrear cargo area.Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffWARNING!•Many accessories that can be p

POWER INVERTERThere is a 110–volt, 150–watt inverter outlet located onthe back of the center console to convert DC current toAC current. This outlet c

WARNING!To Avoid Serious Injury or Death:•Do not use a 3—Prong Adaptor.•Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.•Do not touch with wet hands.•C

The rear passengers have cup holders at the rear of thecenter console.STORAGEFront Storage CompartmentThe front storage compartment (located on the le

Console Storage CompartmentTo open, press the latch and lift cover.The center console has a removable storage tray whichcan hold cell phones, PDA’s, a

Automatic Transmission — If EquippedPlace the shift lever in P (Park). Turn the ignition switchto the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward,r

CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo LightThe cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate,opening any door, or by rotating the dimmer control onthe mult

•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of theseatback. This could impair visibility or become adangerous projectile in a sudden stop or col

2. Lift cover.3. Flip cover over, and lock panel back into position.Utility Table — If EquippedThe cargo load floor can be converted into a utility ta

1. Push side mounted release handles (toward center ofvehicle) to release cover.2. Lift the cover and remove from vehicle.3. Flip the cover over, and

1. Open the tailgate.2. Squeeze the right hand release handle.3. Pull out the sliding panel.4. Squeeze the right hand release handle to slide thepanel

REAR WINDOW FEATURESRear Window Wiper/Washer — If EquippedA rotary ring switch on the control lever (located on theright side of the steering column),

If the swing gate flip-up window is open or the swinggate is open, connection to the rear window wiper isinterrupted preventing activation of the rear

CAUTION!Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use asoft cloth and a mild washing solution, wipin

CAUTION!To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do notexceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. Alwaysdistribute heavy loads as evenly as poss

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLSCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel And Controls ...162䡵 Instrument Cluster ...163䡵 Instrument Cluste

Key-In-Ignition ReminderOpening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.STEERING WHEEL LOCK

▫ Electrical Disturbances ...191▫ AM Reception ...191▫ FM Reception ...191䡵 Sales Code REQ — A

▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ENS/SID) ...221▫ Selecting Satellite Mode (RSC Radios) ...222▫ Satellite

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS162 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERINSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1634

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank whenignition switch is in the ON position.2. Fuel Cap IndicatorT

5. Seat Belt Reminder LightThis light comes on for several seconds after theignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckleup.” This light will remain

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

after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has beendriven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon

bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting,see your authorized dealer for service. If the light stayson, it may be an indication that th

16. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) IndicatorLight/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator LightThe yellow ESP indicator light in the speedom-eter

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two (2)seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start theengine.NOTE: A key that has not been pro

approximately 3 seconds. If this light remains on orcomes on during driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lockportion of the brake system is not functio

24. Transmission Range IndicatorThe electronic gear selector display is self-containedwithin the instrument cluster. It displays the position ofthe au

maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation hasnot reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMSlow tire pressure telltale.The “Ti

press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button. To reset theTrip Odometer, press and hold the button while in tripmode, until the Trip Odometer resets.If the

CAUTION!Prolonged driving with the MIL on could causedamage to the engine control system. It also couldaffect fuel economy and driveability.If the MIL

COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IFEQUIPPEDThe Compass/Trip Computer features a driver-interactive display (displays information on outside tem-perature, c

•Loose Fuel Cap (gASCAP)These messages can be manually turned off by pressingthe right button (on the instrument cluster).Control ButtonsPress and rel

Trip ConditionsTrip Odometer (ODO)This display shows the distance traveled since the lastreset. Press and release the right button (on the instru-ment

NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away fromthe top of the right rear quarter window. This is wherethe compass sensor is located.To Set the Varia

To Manually Calibrate the CompassStart the engine, and leave the transmission in the P(Park) position. Press and hold (approximately 10 sec-onds) the

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced,bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.Customer Key ProgrammingYou can program new keys to the system i

Vehicles equipped with steering wheel mounted buttons(described in this section) are also equipped with theEVIC. The EVIC consists of the following:•S

Press and release the COMPASS/TEMPERATURE button to display one of eightcompass readings and the outside temperature.Electronic Vehicle Information Ce

•Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Referto “Tire Pressure Monitoring System” in Section 5 ofthis manual.•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a

and average fuel economy, according to the current fueltank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTIONSELECT button.NOTE: Significant changes in

Automatic Compass CalibrationThis compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates theneed to set the compass manually. When the vehicle isnew, the compa

NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away fromthe top of the right rear quarter window. This is wherethe compass sensor is located.INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Turn the ignition switch ON.2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately2 seconds.3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance”mess

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate anincoming call.The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatthe UConnect™ phone is currently in analogmode

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thata phone connection has been made.The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatthe Connect™ phone is cur

To make your selection, press and release the FUNC-TION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.Unlock Doors Automatically on ExitWhen ON is selecte

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

Delay Turning Headlights OffWhen this feature is selected, the driver can choose tohave the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 secondswhen exit

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATIONRadio Broadcast SignalsYour new radio will provide excellent reception undermost operating conditions. Like any system, howev

will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignitionswitch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front doorwill cancel this feature.SALES CODE

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Pressthe ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.Electronic Volu

2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNEcontrol knob.3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right sideTUNE control knob to set the minut

Press the rotary TUNE control knob a fifth time andFADE will display. Turn the TUNE control knob to theleft or right to adjust the sound level between

Rhythm and Blues R & BReligious Music Rel MuscReligious Talk Rel TalkRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports

•DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Optionswill display the following:•Subtitle – Repeatedly Pressing SELECT will switchsubtitles to different

Menu Language — If EquippedSelecting this item will allow the user to choose thedefault startup DVD menu language (effective only iflanguage supported

Aspect Ratio — If EquippedSelecting this item will allow the user to choose betweenwide screen, pan scan, and letter box.AutoPlay — If EquippedWhen th

To Disarm the SystemTo disarm the system, use the remote keyless entrytransmitter. Also, using a valid sentry key and movingthe ignition switch to the

Every time a preset button is used a correspondingbutton number will be displayed.Buttons1-6(Radio Mode)These buttons tune the Radio to the stations t

Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the discis loading and “READING DISC” when the radio isreading the disc.CAUTION!•This CD player will accep

RW/FF (CD MODE)Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released or RW oranother CD button is pressed.

•Maximum number of directory levels: 8•Maximum number of files: 255•Maximum number of folders: 100•Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:•

MPEG Specifi-cationSampling Fre-quency (kHz)Bit rate (kbps)MPEG-1 AudioLayer 348, 44.1, 32320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128,112, 96, 80, 64,56, 48MPEG-2 Aud

LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folderson the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done

SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)

MacrovisionThis product incorporates copyright protection technol-ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-tual property rights. Use o

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Press the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn the radioon. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second timeto turn the ra

2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNEcontrol knob.3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right sideTUNE control knob to set the minut

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignitionafter you close all the doors.REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRYNOTE: For the remote starting feature (i

Press the rotary TUNE control knob a fifth time andFADE will display. Turn the TUNE control knob to theleft or right to adjust the sound level between

Rhythm and Blues R & BReligious Music Rel MuscReligious Talk Rel TalkRock RockSoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&BSports

Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this stationand press and release that button. If a button is notselected within 5 seconds after pressin

Inserting Compact Disc(s)Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CDlabel facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled intothe CD Player and

If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed,the radio will reinsert the CD but

Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran-domly selected track.Press the RND button a second time to stop RandomPlay.Notes On Playing MP3 Fi

•Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a3-character extension)Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain

Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

Press and hold the INFO button again for 3 seconds toreturn to ⬙elapsed time⬙ display.Operation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary (AUX) jack

SALES CODE RER — AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIOWITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDNOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of your radio face

On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC)equipped vehicles refer to “Remote Unlock Driver’s Door1st” under “Personal Settings” in the EVIC secti

either the H button on the faceplate to change the hour orthe M button on the faceplate to change the minute.2. The time setting will increase each ti

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

Selecting Satellite Mode (RSC Radios)Press the SAT button until ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. ACD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio

SCAN ButtonPressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next channel, pausing for 8 seconds before continuingto the next. To stop the se

•Display Sirius ID number — Press the SELECT buttonto display the Sirius ID number. This number is usedto activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius s

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODEXRV) — IF EQUIPPEDThe optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) con-sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid cryst

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

The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left hand controlis different depending on which mo

3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to thedisc; avoid scratching the disc.4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,or ant

Blower ControlUse this control to regulatethe amount of air forcedthrough the system in anymode you select. The fanspeed increases as you turnthe oute

1. Perform this operation while standing outside thevehicle.2. Press and hold the “Lock” button on a programmed(i.e. functional) key fob.3. Continue t

Mode ControlThe mode control allows youto choose from several pat-terns of air distribution. Youcan select either a primarymode, as identified by thes

DefrostAir is directed through the windshield and sidewindow demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi-mum fan and temperature (Hot) settings for best w

moisture build up inside the vehicle. For maximumdefogging, select the Outside Air position.NOTE: Recirculation mode will not operate in floor, mixor

smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows.Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging.Summer OperationAir conditioned vehicles must be

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ...239▫ Manual Transmission ...239▫ Automatic Transmission ...

䡵 Four-Wheel Drive Operation ...259▫ Mp 143 Single-Speed Part-TimeTransfer Case — If Equipped ...259▫ Shifting Procedure - Elect

䡵 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) —If Equipped ...287▫ Base System — If Equipped ...290▫ Premium System — If

▫ TowingTips ...319䡵 Recreational Towing(Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...321▫ Towing – 2WD Models ...321▫

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

horn. In case one should go off in the future, you willneed to know which mode has been activated in order todeactivate it.To activate the Panic mode

Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission OnlyDo not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key brieflyto START position, and release it. The start

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

released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accel-erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release theaccelerator pedal and the key once

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPEDThe engine block heater warms engine coolant andpermits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cordto a standard

Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob.NOTE: The backup lights will come on when yourvehicle is in R (Reverse) gear and the ignition is in the

•Do not operate at sustained high engine or roadspeeds in lower gears. Engine damage may result.•Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at t

Recommended Manual Transmission DownshiftingSpeedsTo prevent clutch and transmission damage, your vehicleshould be downshifted at speeds no greater th

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into P (Park) only after the

Shift Lock Manual Override — If EquippedYour vehicle may be equipped with a shift lock manualoverride. The manual override may be used in the eventtha

Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemThis system prevents you from moving the gear shift outof P (Park) and into any gear unless the brake pedal ispress

1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove thescrew. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use aflat blade to pry the two halves of the tr

P (Park)This gear position supplements the parking brake bylocking the transmission. The engine can be started inthis range. Never use P (Park) while

R (Reverse)Use this range only after the vehicle has come to acomplete stop.N (Neutral)Shift into N (Neutral) when the vehicle is standing forprolonge

•the transmission selector is in D (Drive);•the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem-perature;•vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph

operating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, the transmission willshift to 3rd gear and 4th will be enabled under steadycruise conditions.The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Lig

To reset the transmission, use the following procedure:1. Stop the vehicle.2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.3. Turn off the engine, be

Gear RangesNOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment toallow the selected gear to engage before accelerating.This is especially important wh

WARNING!It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P(Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higherthan idle speed. If your foot is not fi

of the desired top gear. For example, if the driver shiftsthe transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission willnever shift above third gear, but

risen to a suitable level. Refer also to the Note undertorque converter clutch, later in this section.During cold temperature operation, you may notic

A clutch within the torque converter engages automati-cally at a calibrated speed at light throttle. It engages athigher speeds under heavier accelera

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

This electronically shifted transfer case provides 2 modepositions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range (2WD) and 4wheel drive high range (4WD LOCK).The e

Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends ontires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.Any difference in tire size can cause d

NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may beexperienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, orexcessive loading.MP 140 Single-Speed Full-Time

PARKING BRAKETo set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly aspossible. When the parking brake is applied with theignition ON, the “Brake Warni

Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked, andthe gear shift lever is in the P (Park) position (automatictransmission) or R (Reverse) or 1st

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!Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminishtheir effectiveness and may lead to an accident.Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Justp

CAUTION!The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possibledetrimental effects of electronic interference causedby improperly installed after-market rad

build up between the tire tread and the road. Thishydroplaning action can cause loss of traction, brakingability, and control.•After going through dee

CAUTION!Prolonged operation of the steering system at theend of the steering wheel travel will increase thesteering fluid temperature and it should be

Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15minutes. To cancel remote start, press the “Remote Start”button once.To enter the vehicle whil

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

EXAMPLE:31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in)215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm)65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%)—Ratio of section height to section

EXAMPLE:—The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un-der specified operating conditions. (i.e. tire pressure, vehic

EXAMPLE:DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301DOT = Department of Transportation—This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transpo

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

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

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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

three single chimes will occur (One chime for eachcomplete display cycle (three cycles total). After this, thedisplay will continue to cycle only (no

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

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

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

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

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-ing link and cable (radial) chains.Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires.NOTE:

NOTE: The Premium Tire Pressure Monitor System willautomatically locate the pressure values displayed in thecorrect vehicle position following a tire

The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tirepressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressurewarning threshold for any reason, including

CAUTION!The TPMS has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures havebeen established for the tire size equipped on your

WARNING!•For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive aswell as when you park and leave the vehi

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tiretread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling andstopping ability.•The TPMS is not a substitu

system will automatically update and the “Tire PressureMonitoring Telltale Light” will extinguish once the up-dated tire pressures have been received.

NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check thetire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintainthe proper pressure.The TPMS consi

NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure unitsin PSI, kPA or BAR.NOTE: A low spare tire will not cause the “Tire PressureMonitoring Telltale L

by a graphic display, with “- -“ in place of the pressurevalue(s) indicating which Tire Pressure Monitoring Sen-sor(s) is not being received.NOTE: You

However, driving the vehicle for up to 10 minutes above15 mph (24 km/h) will display a “CHECK TPM SYS-TEM” text message on the EVIC. This text message

FUEL REQUIREMENTS3.7L Engine (If Equipped)The 3.7L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide excel-lent fuel economy and perform

Over 40 auto manufacturer’s world wide have issued andendorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World-wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel p

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

•An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter tooverheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4▫ Roll Over Warning ... 5䡵 How To Use This Manual ...

locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden-tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the keyor closing the door will allow the lock

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

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

NOTE: Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until youhear one click. This is an indication that cap is properlytightened.If the gas cap is not tighten pr

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

Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in thesystem with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or s

or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load iswithin the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shiftedfrom front to rear or rear to front as ap

Common Towing DefinitionsThe following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information:Gross Vehicle Weig

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 SystemSTARTING AND OPERATING 3095

WARNING!Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection lo

Trailer Hitch ClassificationYour vehicle is capable of towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs(907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to thestandard e

Engine/TransmissionModel GCWR (Gross Com-bined Wt. Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW (GrossTrailer Wt.)Tongue Wt. (SeeNote)3.7L/6-SpeedManual4x2 8,500 lbs

4.0L/Automatic4x4 7,400 lbs ( 3 356 kg) 32 Sq. Ft. (2.97square meters)2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)4.0L/Automatic w/Cooler4x2 9,850 lbs (4 468 kg

Engine/TransmissionModel GCWR (Gross Com-bined Wt. Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW (GrossTrailer Wt.)Tongue Wt. (SeeNote)3.7L/Automatic w/Cooler4x2 9,850

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

3. GAWR4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized(This requirement may limit the ability to alwaysachieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue w

−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

Power Off to Accessories Until Exit” in Section 4 of thismanual. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel thisfeature.WARNING!Never leave children in

If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutchslippage.Towing Tips — Automatic T

Towing Tips — Cooling SystemTo reduce potential for engine and transmission over-heating, take the following actions:−City DrivingWhen stopped for sho

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers ...324䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ...325䡵 Jacking And Tire Chang

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERSYour vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergencywarning system. When you activate it, all front and reardirectional signal

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

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

Spare Tire StowageThe spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle bymeans of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stowthe spare, use the jack

Spare Tire RemovalFit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use theLug Wrench to rotate the nut counter clockwise until thespare is on the gro

•Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher.•Block both the front and rearof the wheel diagonally oppo-site of the jacking position.For example, if changing t

Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection(Driver’s and Front Passenger Door Only)Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, andthe window

4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front tires, place it inthe notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to bechanged. For the rear tires, place it u

WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable and cause an accident. It couldslip off the jack and hurt someone ne

JUMP STARTINGWARNING!•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-ing. Don’t lean over batter

4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positiveterminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end ofthe same cable to the positive terminal o

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

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment – 3.7L ...338䡵 Engine Compartment – 4.0L ...339䡵 Onboard Diagnostic Syste

▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ...351▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...352▫ Driveline And Steering ComponentLubrication ...

▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, AndBack-Up Lights ...381▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 381䡵 Fluid Capacities ...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.7L338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 4.0LMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3397

Window Lockout SwitchThe window lockout switch on the driver’s door (belowthe power window switches) allows you to disable thewindow control on the ot

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

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Alwaysmaintain the oil level within the SAFE

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

Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L Engine)SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operatingtemperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-ture startin

Engine Oil Filter SelectionAll of the manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow typedisposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace-ment. T

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

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

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

Crankcase Emission Control SystemProper operation of this system depends on freedomfrom sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehiclemileage builds

Maintenance-Free BatteryYour vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-tenance requir

WARNING!•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants a

WARNING!Fluid level should be checked on a level surface withthe engine off to prevent injury from moving parts,and to insure accurate fluid level rea

amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar威 LockCylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.Windshield Wiper BladesClean the rubber edges

Exhaust SystemThe best protection against carbon monoxide entry intothe vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaustsystem.If you notice a cha

garden hose vertically down the face of the A/C con-denser (if equipped) or the back of the radiator core.Check the engine cooling system hoses for br

CAUTION!•Mixing of antifreeze/coolant other than the speci-fied HOAT antifreeze/coolant may result in de-creased corrosion protection and engine damag

Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionizedwater when mixing the water/antifreeze (coolant) solu-tion. The use of lower quality water wi

children, do not store ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant in open containers or allow it to remain inpuddles on the ground. If ingested by a chi

To open the liftgate, pull up (squeeze) on the handle andlift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with theplunger or a key in the lock cylinder will

coolant needs to be added, contents of coolant recov-ery bottle must also be protected against freezing.•If frequent antifreeze/coolant additions are

are present. Components should be replaced immedi-ately if there is any evidence of degradation that couldcause failure.Brake SystemIn order to assure

WARNING!Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.You could have an accident. If you see any signs ofcracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have

Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closedcontainer to avoid contamination from foreign matter. Donot allow petroleum base fluid to contam

Fluid Level Check — W5A580 (4.0L Engine)Your vehicle is equipped with a capped dipstick tube, itis sealed and should not be tampered with. Your autho-

Frequency of Fluid ChangeUnder normal operating conditions, the fluid installed atthe factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life ofthe ve

CAUTION!When replacing plugs, do not overtighten. You coulddamage them and cause them to leak.Selection of LubricantUse only manufacturer’s recommende

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

heavy soil, use Mopar威 Wheel Cleaner or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads,steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polis

NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflatordesign. This allows the airbag to have different rates ofinflation that are based on collision seve

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

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly.FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE)The Totally Integrated Power Modu

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ1 40 AmpGreenPower Folding SeatJ2 30 AmpPinkTransfer Case/PwrLiftgate ModuleJ3 40 AmpGreenRear Door Module(RR

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ19 60 AmpYellowRadiator FanJ20 30 AmpPinkFront Wiper LO/HIJ21 20 AmpYellowFront/Rear WasherJ22 25 AmpNaturalSu

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM10 20 AmpYellowIgnition Off Draw —Vehicle EntertainmentSystem (IOD-VES),Satellite Digital AudioReceiver (SDARS

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM15 20 AmpYellowCOL MOD, IR SNS,Heater Ventilation,Air Conditioning/Automatic Tempera-ture Control (HVAC/ATC),

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM21 20 AmpYellowAuto Shut Down(ASD #3)M22 10 AmpRedRight Horn (RTHORN (HI/LOW)M23 10 AmpRedLeft Horn (LT HORN(H

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM33 10 AmpRedNext Generation Con-troller (NGC), GlobalPowertrain EngineController (GPEC)M34 10 AmpRedPark Assis

CAUTION!•When installing the Integrated Power Modulecover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to d

BULB REPLACEMENTHead Light1. Open the hood.2. Reach behind the headlamp unit in the engine com-partment to access the headlamp bulb lock ring.3. Firml

Lap/Shoulder BeltsAll seating positions in your vehicle have combinationlap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de-signed to lock during ver

4. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb.Front Side Marker1. Open the hood.2. Remove the grille assembly, as follows:a. Remove eight

Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights1. Open the lift gate.2. Remove the two push pins.3. Pull lamp straight back and disconnect electrical

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 19.5 Gallons 73.8 LitersEngine Oil with Filter3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified Engine Oil) 5 Q

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

ChassisComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.Automatic Transmission Mopar威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.Manual Transmission Mopar威 Man

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...386䡵 Maintenance Schedules ...386▫ Schedule “B” ...

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

•Off-road or desert drivingNOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,whichever comes firs

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

Schedule “B”Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions.•Day or night temperatures are below

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

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if notreplac

Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000(Kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if notre

Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000(Kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if notre

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if notr

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. XFlush and

Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000(Kilometers) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if

Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if

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

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

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X

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

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 b

Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000(Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter

Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000(Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter

Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-ceipts.† Applies only if vehicle is used

Schedule “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30]Change the

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54, 000(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000)[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54]Change the engine oil and engine oil fil

Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000(Kilometers) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000)[Months] [60] [66] [72] [78]Change the engine oil and engine oil

Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000(Kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)[Months] [84] [90] [96] [102]Change the engine oil and engine o

Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000(Kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)[Months] [84] [90] [96] [102]Inspect the manual transmission fl

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126]Change the engine oil and eng

Miles 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000(Kilometers) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000)[Months] [132] [138] [144] [150]Change the engine oil and eng

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

Miles 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000(Kilometers) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000)[Months] [132] [138] [144] [150]Flush and replace the engine

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...412▫ 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

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

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMSTo order the following manuals, you may use either thewebsite or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-tercard, American Ex

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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6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESSon the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to itsstowed position. If necessary, slide

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...169,265Adding Fuel ... 300Adding Washer Fluid ... 156Air Cleaner, E

Autostick ...256Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...144Auxiliary Power Outlet ...144AxleFluid .

CargoLight ... 150Cargo Load Floor ...151Cargo Slide Out SystemLoadNGo ...153Car

Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...356,382,383Temperature Gauge ... 164Corrosion Protection ... 366Crankcase

Emission Control System Maintenance ... 341,386EngineAir Cleaner ...350Block Heater ... 243Break-In Re

Flooded Engine Starting ... 240Fluid, Brake ... 384Fluid Capacities ... 382Fluid Leaks .

GaugesCoolant Temperature ... 164Fuel ... 164Odometer ...172Speedometer ...

Inflation Pressure Tires ... 279Information Center, Vehicle ...179Inside Rearview Mirror ... 81Instrum

Bulb Replacement ... 378,379Cargo ...150Center Mounted Stop ... 381Cruise ...

Lower Anchors and Tetherfor CHildren (LATCH) ... 68,69Lubrication, Body ... 353Luggage Carrier ...

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

OdometerTrip ...174Oil, Engine ...343,383Capacity ...382Dipstick ...

Sunroof ... 141Windows ... 31Power Steering Fluid ... 384Pregnant Women and Seat

Rotation, Tires ...286Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ... 75Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...76Safety De

Settings, Personal ... 188Shift Lock Manual Override ... 248Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ...245Shifting

System, Navigation ...219System, Remote Starting ... 26Table, Utility ...152Tachometer ...

Disabled Vehicle ...334Guide ...310Recreational ...321Weight ...

Universal Transmitter ...134Upholstery Care ...369Utility Table ... 152Vacuum/Vapor Har

WARNING!•The belt and retractor assembly must be replacedif the seat belt assembly “automatic locking re-tractor” feature or any other seat belt funct

seconds or until the driver seat belt is buckled. TheEnhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivatedif the driver seat belt is unbuckled for m

Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the beltacross the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.Keep the belt low so that it does not com

Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS)This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and rightfront passenger as a supplement to

This vehicle is equipped with window bags to protect thedriver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a win-dow. They are located above the side

The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. Thisallows the airbag to have different rates of inflation thatare based on collision severity.

Roll Over WarningUtility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over ratethan other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higherground clearance, h

children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckledup in the rear seat. Never allow children to sl

WARNING!•Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly.

•Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner•Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front Pas-senger Seat Only−Occupant Classification Module−Pa

either momentarily or continuously. A single chimewill sound if the light comes on again after initial startup.WARNING!Ignoring the “Airbag Warning Li

objects are placed on the seat, the passenger airbagwill not inflate even though the “PAD Indicator Light”is not illuminated.The “PAD Indicator Light”

Front PassengerSeat OccupantPassenger Air-bag Disable(PAD) IndicatorLightAirbag StatusAdult OFF ONGrocery Bags,Heavy Briefcasesand Other Rela-tively L

because this can also affect occupant classification. Also,if you fold down the rear seat check to be sure it doesn’ttouch the front passenger seat.If

The driver front airbag gas is vented through the ventholes in the sides of the airbag. The passenger frontairbag gas is vented through the vent holes

The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com-ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy-ment. Correctly functioning front passen

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

million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted personis significantly more likely to die than a person wearinga seat belt. Always buckle up.HOW TO

•As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-likeparticles. The particles are a normal by-product of theprocess that generates the nontoxic gas used

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when youneed it. You could be injured if

data during and/or after air bag deployment or near-deployment. EDR data are ONLY recorded if an airbagdeploys, or nearly deploys, and are otherwise u

nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve-hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidentialdata will not be disclosed by Daim

Child RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all thetime — babies and children, too. Every state in the UnitedStates and all Canadia

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

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

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

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighingmore than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fitthe vehicle’s seat belts properl

having attachments for those anchorages will continue toalso have features for installation using the vehicle’s seatbelts. Child restraints having tet

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install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if yourun your finger along the intersection of the seatback andseat cushion surfaces.In additi

Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped withseparate straps on each side, with each having a hook orconnector for attachment to the lower

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle SeatBeltThe passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch-ing latch plates or automatic locking re

Route the tether strap over the seat back and attach thehook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.For the outboard seating positions,

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-in period is not required for the engine inyour new vehicle.Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (5

garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with theengine running for a extended period. If the vehicle isstopped in an open area with engine running f

DefrostersCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should feel the airdirected against the windshi

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...81▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...81▫ Automatic

▫ 6–Way Driver’s Power Seat With ManualRecliner ...112▫ Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat ...113▫ Head Restraints ...

▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ...126▫ To Deactivate ...126▫ To Resume Speed ...126▫ To Vary The Speed

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

▫ Sunshade Operation ...143▫ Wind Buffeting ...143▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...144䡵 Electrical Power O

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorThe mirror should be adjusted to center on the viewthrough the rear window.A two-point pivot system allows for horizonta

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head-light glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn thefe

WARNING!Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on you

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedAn illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To usethe mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing themi

NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requires a cellularphone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/

The rearview mirror contains the microphone for thesystem and the radio has the two control buttons that willenable you to access the system. Actual b

OperationsVoice commands can be used to operate the UConnect™system and to navigate through the UConnect™ menustructure. Voice commands are required a

Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙Cancel⬙ andyou will be returned to the main menu. However, in afew instances the system will

•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

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

•System will prompt you to say the name of the personyou want call.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, saythe name of the person you wan

The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32names in the phone book with each name having up tofour associated phone numbers and designations

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Phonebook Delete.⬙•After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you willthen be asked for the name

•The UConnect™ system will play the names of all thephone book entries.•To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙VoiceRecognition’ button duri

NOTE: The UConnect™ system compatible phones inmarket today do not support rejecting an incoming callwhen another call is in progress. Therefore, the

established, press and hold the ’Phone’ button until youhear a double beep indicating that the two calls havebeen joined into one conference call.Call

•An active call is automatically transferred to themobile phone after ignition key is switched to off.UConnect™ System FeaturesLanguage SelectionTo ch

NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on theCountry where the vehicle is purchased (911 for USA andCanada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed

Working with Automated SystemsThis method is designed to be used in instances whereone generally has to press numbers on the cellular phonekeypad whil

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Setup Confirmations.⬙ The UConnect™ system willplay the current confirmation prompt status and y