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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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INDEX
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TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

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▫ To Unlock The Doors ...23▫ To Lock The Doors ...24▫ To Unlatch The Swing Gate Flip-Up Window . .24▫ Panic Alarm ..

Page 3 - INTRODUCTION

Front Map/Reading LightsThese lights are mounted in the overhead console. Eachlight canbe turned on bypressingthe recessed area ofthelens. To turn the

Page 4 - 4 INTRODUCTION

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

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NOTE: A tone will chime if the turn signals are left onfor more than 2 miles (3.2 km).Lights-On ReminderA chime will sound if the driver’s door is lef

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Light Bar — If Equipped1. Remove lamp covers by pressing the thumb tab up-wards, and pulling the cover off.CAUTION!The auxiliary lights mounted on the

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2. With the ignition in the ON position, press the buttonto turn on the light bar (located on the instrument panelto the left of the steering column).

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Windshield WashersTo use the washer, pull the lever toward you and holdwhile spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in thedelay range, the wip

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complete display cycle). After this, the display willcontinue to sequence. After fifteen “LOWASH” se-quences, the VF display will no longer provide th

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

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

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To Set At A Desired SpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressand release the SET button. Release the accelerator andthe vehicle will

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▫ Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags ...46▫ Child Restraint ...58m Engine Break-In R

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NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000ft. (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded(especially when towing) the vehicle may sl

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Pressing the MENU button will change the displayedprogramming features. Pressing the STEP button willselect the available choices. Pressing the C/T (C

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NOTE: The dome/reading lights will remain on untilthe switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they havebeen turned off before leaving the vehicle.

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•SPARE LOW PRESSURE•SPARE HIGH PRESSURE•TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE•TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE•TIRE SENSOR BAD/MISSING•SPARE SWAP DETECTEDTire Pressure

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into the tire pressure display screen and flash the pres-sure value of the tire that is low or high. This will bedisplayed for the rest of the ignitio

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4. In addition to monitoring the vehicle tires, the TPMsystem monitors faults within the system. When anyfault has been set, the TPM system will displ

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Display U.S. or Metric?Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects USor Metric. The overhead console and instrument paneldisplays will be in

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To Train Additional Key Fobs (using the EVIC module)1. Press the MENU button until TRAIN REMOTE? NO isdisplayed. Press the STEP button to change to YE

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Headlamp DelayWhen this feature is selected the driver can choose, whenexiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for30, 60, or 90 seconds,

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NOTE: The tire pressure sensors must be retrained afterrotating the tires or replacing one or more sensors. If awheel rotation is not followed by the

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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

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

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a resettable function is currently being displayed (Aver-age Economy, Trip Miles, and Time Elapsed). A singlechime will sound to indicate that a reset

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Average Miles/GALShows the average fuel economy in miles per gallon(MPG), or liters per 100 km (L/100 km) since the lastreset.Miles To EmptyShows the

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After completing three 360 degree turns in an area freefrom large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol willturn off and the compass will function

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To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold theRESET button five seconds (no more than 10 se

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CAUTION!Changes or modifications not expressively approvedby the party responsible for compliance could voidthe user’s authority to operate this equip

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Retain the original transmitter of the RF device you areprogramming for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture HomeLink programming. It is also su

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WARNING!Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are programming HomeLink. Do notprogram HomeLink if people or pets are in the pathof

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NOTE: If the HomeLink display does not change toTRAINED, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com orcall 1-800-355-3515 for assistance.4. Press and hold t

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HomeLink should now activate your rolling codeequipped device.NOTE: To program the remaining two HomeLink but-tons, simply repeat the 9Programming Hom

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To remove the ignition key on models with an automatictransmission, place the gearshift lever in P (Park), turnthe ignition key to LOCK and remove the

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Proceed with the remaining steps under 9ProgrammingHomeLink9 to complete.Using HomeLinkTo operate, simply press and release the programmedHomeLink but

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Press and hold the “V” buttonin the center of the sunroofswitch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped atany position between closed and full ve

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Express Open FeatureDuring the Express Open operation, any movement ofthe switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in apartial open position. A

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POWER OUTLETTo the right of the convenience tray (lower center ofinstrument panel) is an outlet for electrically poweredaccessories. Pull lightly on t

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The rear power outlet is a direct feed from the battery soit receives power whether the ignition is in the ON orOFF position.All accessories connected

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CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPEDThe lighter is a direct feed from the battery so it receivespower whether the ignition is in the ON or OFF position.It heat

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CUP HOLDERSIn the center console there are two cup holders for thefront seat passengers.NOTE: The front cup holder insert is removable fromthe console

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CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo LightThe cargo area light is activated by opening the swinggate, opening any door, orby rotatingthe dimmer controlon the mult

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WARNING!In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehiclecould cause injury. It could fly around in a suddenstop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do

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WARNING!•Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for achild seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli-sion a hook could pull loose and allow the

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Key-In-Ignition ReminderIf you open the driver’s door and the key is fully insertedin the ignition switch, a chime will sound to remind youto remove t

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Cargo Organizer — If EquippedThis vehicle may be equipped with a cargo organizerthatmounts on the floor behind the rear seat. Items may beplaced on th

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2. Place the rear corners of the cargo organizer into thesupports located on the rear trim panel. Press down onthe back of the cargo organizer to lock

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To Open Storage Compartments1. Pull up on the center opening of the cargo organizer.2. Lift up on the storage compartment dividers and lockinto place.

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CAUTION!•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, donot exceed the maximum roof rack load capacityof 150 lbs (68 kg) or 65 lbs (29.5 kg) on Reneg

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTSm Instrument Panel And Interior Controls ...149m Instrument Cluster ...150m Instrume

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▫ To Set The Push-Button Memory ...161▫ Balance ...162▫ Fade ...162▫ Bass And Treble Tone C

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m Satellite Radio — If Equipped ...190▫ System Activation ...190▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (E

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▫ Operating Tips ...202m Rear Window Features ...203▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...203▫ Rear Window Defro

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1494

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

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. TachometerIndicates the permissible engine revolutions-per-minutefor each gear range. Before reaching the red area, e

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the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire,including the spare, should be checked monthly whencold and set to the recommended inflation pr

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light will come on when the ignition switch is turned tothe ON position and may stay on for as long as threeseconds.If the light comes back on immedia

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towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed theupper limits of the normal operating range.If the pointer rises to the red zone (five chimes w

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14. Cruise Indicator LightThis indicator lights when the speed controlsystem is turned ON.15. Oil Pressure Warning LightShows low engineoil pressure.T

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WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the BRAKE warning light onis dangerous. A significant decrease in braking per-formance or vehicle stability during brak

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the system is arming. After the alarm successfully arms,the light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarmis set.21. Fuel GageWhen the igniti

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when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain oncontinuously. Refer to 9Enhanced Driver Sea

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

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consists of programming a blank key to the vehicleelectronics. A blank key is one which has never beenprogrammed.NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Syst

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

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For your convenience, the volume can be turned down,but not up, when the audio system is off and the ignitionis ON.SeekPress and release the SEEK butt

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Every time a preset button is used a correspondingbutton number will be displayed.BalanceThe balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal-anc

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You can turn thetape playerON byinserting acassette oractivating the MODEbutton (with acassette in theradio),but only when the ignition and radio are

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NR (Noise Reduction)Pushing the Number 2 Pre-set button when a tape isplaying deactivates the Dolby Noise Reduction System*.When Dolby is ON, the NR s

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Random canbe cancelled bypressing thebutton asecondtime or by ejecting the CD from the changer.CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen drivingover a veryroughroa

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Radio Display MessagesYour radio has been designed to display certain messageswhen a problem is detected with the CD player.166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INS

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

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

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bothAM and FM. This allows a total of 10AM and 10 FMstations to be locked into push-button memory. Thestations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected

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2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that may cause undes-ired operation.STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF E

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If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the display will show the time of day.If the power is ON, the unit will switch from radio

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ModePress the MODE button repeatedly to select between theCD player, the optional remote CD changer and theSatellite Radio (if equipped). When Satelli

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

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Radio Display MessagesYour radio has been designed to display certain messageswhen a problem is detected with the CD player.UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUM

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SALES CODE RBP—AM & FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYER,AND OPTIONAL CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLSRadio OperationPower/Volume ControlPre

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Toggle the PTY button to select the following formattypes:Program Type Radio DisplayAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege

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The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected

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FadeThe Fade control provides for balance between the frontand rear speakers. Press the FADE button in and it willpop out. Adjust the balance and push

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To set the clock, use a ballpoint pen or similar object topress the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio,The time setting will increase each ti

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SeekPress the SEEK button up for the next selection on thetape and down to return to the beginning of the currentselection.Press the SEEK button up or

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DOORS AND DOOR LOCKSThe vacuum fluorescent (VF) display located in theodometer area displays the word “door” as an indicationof a door ajar or door no

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the tape from any damage. When power is restoredto thetape player, the pinch roller will automatically reengageand the tape will resume play.Dolby Noi

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SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current selectio

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To select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODEbutton until the word SIRIUS™ appears. The followingwill be displayed in this order: After thre

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Disc Down/Program Button 5Press the DISC (button 5) button to play the previousdisc.SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe

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

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Balance — BALThe Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal-ance. Press the BAL button in and it will pop out. Adjustthe balance and push t

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General InformationThis radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:1

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show the disc number, the track number, and index timein minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start oftrack 1.LOAD/ EJT — LoadPress the LOAD/ E

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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.

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Program Type Radio DisplayInformation InformJazz JazzForeign Language LanguageNews NewsNostalgia NostalgaOldies OldiesPersonality PersnltyPublic Publi

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If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warningsare being displayed, the VF display will revert back toonly displaying the odometer/trip odom

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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

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ESN/SID Access With RBB and RBK RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORYposition andthe radio OFF, press the Tape Eject or CD Eject (depend-ing

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•The current channel number will then be displayeduntil an action occurs.A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in theSatellite radio mode.Selecti

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PTY Button (SCAN(When the desired program type is obtained, press the9SCAN9 button within five seconds. The radio will play 7seconds of the selected c

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•Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings cancause intermittent reception.•Placing objects over or too close to the antenna cancause signal

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

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

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

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RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONESUnder certain conditions, the cellular phone being On inyour vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance fromyou

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Temperature ControlThe degree of comfort can be selected by rotating thetemperature control knob on the right. The coldest tem-perature setting is ful

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

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MixAir flows through the floor outlets, the outlets atthe base of the windshield, and the side windowdemisters outlets.DefrostAir flows through the ou

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Temperature ControlThe degree of comfort can be selected by rotating thetemperature control knob on the right. The coldest tem-perature setting is ful

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PanelAir flows through the outlets located in the instru-ment panel. Slight airflow from the defrost outlet,located at the base of the windshield, may

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Window FoggingIn mild but rainy or humid weather, windows will fog onthe inside. To rapidly clear the fog off all the windows,select the defrost mode,

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If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turnedOFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park”position. When the vehicle is restarte

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The defroster will automatically turn off after about tenminutes. For about five more minutes of operation, pushthe button again. To prevent excessive

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STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures ...210▫ Manual Transmission ...210▫ Automatic Transmission ...

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▫ Shifting Procedure ...230m Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle — If Equipped ...231m Parking Brake ...232m Anti-Lock Br

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▫ Tire Pressure Monitor System/4–Lo Mode— If Equipped ...256▫ General Information ...256m Tire Chains ...

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Power Door Locks — If EquippedA door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press thisswitch to lock or unlock the doors.If the plunger is down when

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STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!Do not le

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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

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If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but nothave enough power to continue running when the key isreleased. If this occurs, continue cr

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

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CAUTION!To drive as safely as possible and to prolong the lifeof your manual transmission, follow these tips:•Before shifting from a forward gear into

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•The manual transmission may be equipped with a“Reverse Blocker” to prevent inadvertent shifts from5th gear to Reverse. If you experience difficulty s

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Automatic TransmissionShifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) (orfrom P or R to D) should be done only after theaccelerator pedal is releas

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Gear RangesP (Park)Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis-sion. The engine can be started in this range. Never use P(Park) while the ve

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•When shifting into P (Park), depress the button on theshift lever and firmly move the lever all the wayforward until it stops.•Look at the shift indi

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Overdrive (O/D)For most city and highway driving. The transmissioncontains an electronically controlled Overdrive, and willautomatically shift from D

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Child Protection LocksThe rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with childprotection locks. If you push up on the lever on the openedge of the door

Page 136 - Rear Cup Holders

NOTE: If the vehicle is started in cold outside tempera-tures, shifts into Overdrive may be delayed. NormalOverdrive and shifting operation will resum

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Over Temperature ModeThe transmission electronics constantly monitor thetransmission oil temperature. If the transmission gets toohot, the transmissio

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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATIONCommand-TracT OperatingInformation/PrecautionsThe Command-Tract transfer case provides 4 modepositions-2(rear) wheel drive h

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CAUTION!•Do not attempt to make a shift while only thefront or rear wheels are spinning. The Command-Trac transfer case is not equipped with a synchro

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WARNING!•Because 4-wheel drive provides improved trac-tion, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning andstopping speeds. Do not go faster than road

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4L4-Wheel-Drive Low Range - Low speed 4 wheel drive.Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces thefront and rear wheels to rotate at the sa

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NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with thevehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may oc-cur due to the mating clutch teeth not bein

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The PART TIME indicator light, located on the instru-ment cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shiftedto the 4 PART TIME position.The FULL T

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Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends ontires of equal size, type, and circumference on eachwheel. Any difference will adversely affect s

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Shift PositionsFor additionalinformation on theappropriateuse ofeachtransfer case mode position see the information below:2WDRear Wheel Drive High Ran

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRYThis system allows you to lock or unlock the doors oropen the swing gate flip-up window from distances of23–50 feet (7–15 meters)

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Shifting Procedure2WD to 4 PART TIME or 4 PART TIME to 2WDShifting between 2WD and 4 PART TIME can be madewith the vehicle stopped or in motion. If th

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rearward into 4LO. In 4 FULL TIME, there is a neutralstop to prevent shifting into N (Neutral) by accident.NOTE: Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral)

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WARNING!On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen-tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off theground. The vehicle may drive through

Page 150 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Before leaving the vehicle parked on a hill, you mustmake sure the parking brake is fully applied and placethe gearselector in the P(Park) position. M

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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThe Anti-Lock Brake System is designed to aid the driverin maintaining vehicle control under adverse brakingcondit

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

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CAUTION!The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possibledetrimental effects of electronic interference causedby improperly installed aftermarket radi

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In Snow, Mud and SandIn heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additionalcontrol at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a lowgear and shift the

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Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill-alwaysdrive straight up or down.If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of ahill, ease of

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•After extended operation in mud, sand, water, orsimilar dirty conditions, have brake rotors, wheels,brake linings, and axle yokes inspected and clean

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2. Continue to hold the 9Lock9 button, wait at least 4 butno longer than 10 seconds, then press the “Rear Release”button.3. Release both buttons.4. Re

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

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

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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

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

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

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4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rearand spare tires.LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying c

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3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofc

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STARTING AND OPERATING 2475

Page 166 - Radio Display Messages

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

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

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NOTE: The transmitter can be programmed to unlatchthe flip-up window immediately upon activation of the“Rear Release” button (without pressing and hol

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The tire pressure should be checked and adjusted at leastonce every month. Check more often if subject to a widerange of outdoor temperatures, as tire

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Radial-Ply TiresWARNING!Combining radial ply tires with other types of tireson your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handlepoorly. The instability c

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Tread Wear IndicatorsThese indicators are narrow strips 1/16 inch (1.6 mm)thick and are found in the tread pattern grooves.When the tread pattern is w

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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

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Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull left or right.Alignment will not correct this problem. See your dealerfor proper diagnosis of the problem.Imp

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The following chart indicates the TPM system pressurelevels. A threshold is the level at which the TPM systemprovides you with an indication.High Pres

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Tire Pressure Monitor System Tire/WheelRotation and Sensor Replacement — If EquippedWith the TPM System, if a road tire and wheel is replacedby the sp

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•This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired op-eration.The tire pressure sensors are covered un

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Tire chains that are recommended for this vehicle arelisted below:•Mopart P/N 82206828 with P235/70R16 and P235/65R17 tires.•Mopart P/N 82207074 with

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NOTE: The Tire Pressure Monitor system must beretrained following a tire rotation. See your authorizeddealer for service.The suggested rotation method

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To Program Additional TransmittersNOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the overheadconsole,

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Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful toyour engine. However, continued heavy spark knock athigh speeds can cause damage and immediate

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CAUTION!DO NOT use gasoline containing METHANOL.Gasoline containing methanol may damage criticalfuel system components.MMT In GasolineMMT is a mangane

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CAUTION!If the “Malfunction Indicator Light” is flashing,immediate service is required. See “Onboard Diag-nostic System” in Section 7 of this manual.M

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

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TRAILER TOWINGIn this section you will find information on limits to thetype of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.Before towing a trailer

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CAUTION!If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes and theyshould be of adequate capacity. Failure to do

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Minimum Vehicle Requirements for Trailer Towing266 STARTING AND OPERATING

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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)Towing – 2WD ModelsRecreational towing is not recommended. Provided thatthe transmission is operable, tow o

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CAUTION!It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain thatthe transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) beforerecreational towing to prevent damage

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Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle fornormal usage.1. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).2. Shift transfe

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2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that may cause undes-ired operation.If your Remote Keyless Ent

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SNOW PLOWSnow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipmentshould not be added to the front end of your vehicle. Theairbag crash sensors may be affe

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Hazard Warning Flashers ...272m If Your Engine Overheats ...273m Changing A Flat Tire .

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

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

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CHANGING A FLAT TIREJack And Lug Wrench LocationsThe jack, jack handle, and lug wrench are stored beneaththe right rear seat. To remove the jack from

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Spare Tire LocationTo remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tirecover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench turning th

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Preparation•Park on a firm, level surface well off the road, toprovide ample work space. Place automatic transmis-sion in P (Park), or manual transmis

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5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwiseuntil the tire clears the ground.WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can maketh

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9. Finish tightening the lug nuts securely in crisscrosspattern. Have an authorized service technician check thatthe torque is 85-110 ft. lbs. (115-14

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•Do not let passengers sit in the vehicle when it is on ajack.•Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.•Failure to follow the “Tire Changing

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SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThis system monitors the vehicle doors, swing gate,swing gate flip-up window, and ignition for unautho-rized operat

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7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the abovesequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.NOTE: To start the vehicle following con

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WARNING!Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Unburned fuel could enter the catalyticconverter and, once the engine has started

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm 2.4L Engine ...285m 3.7L Engine ...286m Onboard Diagnostic System —

Page 206

▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...300▫ Driveline And Steering ComponentLubrication ...301▫ Body Lubrication ...

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2.4L ENGINEMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2857

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3.7L ENGINE286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

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

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ignition key or start the engine. This means that yourvehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should notproceed to the I/M station.b. The MIL will n

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NOTE: On vehicles equipped with Remote KeylessEntry (RKE), there will not be a door lock cylinder on thefront passenger door, rear doors, or rear swin

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NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions controlsystems can result in civil penalties being assessedagainst you.WARNING!You can be badly injured wor

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The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5minutes after a fully warmed engine has been shut off, orbefore starting the engine after it has

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CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will causeaeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damageyour engine.Change Engine OilRoad condi

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Engine Oil SelectionFor best performance and maximum protection for allengines under all types of operating conditions, themanufacturer recommends eng

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Materials Added To Engine OilsThe manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) toengine oi

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Special tools are required to properly measure tensionand to restore belt tension to factory specifications. Also,check belt routing to make sure ther

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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

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Engine Timing Belt — 2.4L EngineReplace the engine timing belt at the intervals describedin the appropriate maintenance schedule.Ignition Wiring Syste

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

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

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INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction ...4▫ Roll Over Warning ...4m How To Use This Manual ...6m

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To open the swing gate, pull the gate handle to its firstdetent to open just the flip-up window. Pull the handle toits second detent (all the way) to

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

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Driveline And Steering Component LubricationU-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not requirelubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and oth

Page 227

remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the bladerubber out of contact with petroleum products such asengine oil, gasoline, etc.Windshield Washe

Page 228

or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-haust system and adjacent body areas for

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If the solution is dirty and contains a considerableamount of sediment, clean and flush with reliablecoolingsystem cleaner. Follow with athorough rins

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Adding CoolantWhen adding coolant, a minimum solution of 50% rec-ommended ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in watershould be used. Use higher concen

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Coolant LevelThe coolant recovery bottle provides a quick visualmethod for determining that the coolant level is ad-equate. The coolant level must be

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moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulat-ing on the radiator and being vaporized when thethermostat opens, allowing hot water to enter the

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Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted orcollapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clampsand couplings to make sure they are secure a

Page 234

Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure theyare secure and no leaks are present.NOTE: Often fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,and br

Page 235

NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the overheadconsole, all warnings including “door”, “G

Page 236

Brake Master CylinderThe fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing under hood services, or immediately ifthe “Brake Warning

Page 237

WARNING!Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result inspilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and thebrake fluid catching fire.Use only brake fl

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To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,the following procedure must be used:1. The vehicle must be on level ground.2. The engine sho

Page 239

Hydraulic Clutch Fluid — Manual TransmissionThe clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance freesystem. In the event of leakage or other malfuncti

Page 240 - 240 STARTING AND OPERATING

The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fillhole (A) when the vehicle is in a level position.Adding FluidOnly at filler hole until fluid r

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Front/Rear Axle FluidThe front axle has a threaded “fill plug” on the coverplate, and a threaded “drain plug” on the bottom side ofthe carrier.Fluid L

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The most common causes are:•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.•Stone and gravel impact.•Insects, tree sap and tar.•Salt in the air near sea-co

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•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs isconsidered the responsibility of the ow

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Leather Seat Care & CleaningLeather is best preserved by regular cleaning with adamp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as anabrasive and

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Seat Belt MaintenanceDo not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemicalsolvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.Sun damage will als

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If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warningsare being displayed, the VF display will revert back toonly displaying the odometer/trip odom

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FUSE PANELInterior FusesThe fuse panel is on the left side of the instrument panel.Alabel is attached to the fuse panel cover to identify eachfuse for

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Fuse Panel DescriptionCavity Fuse Description1 15 Amp Blue Horn Relay, Power SunroofRelay, Power Window Relay2 10 Amp Red Rear Fog Lights (ExportOnly)

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Cavity Fuse Description18 20 Amp Yel-lowRadio Choke & Relay19 20 Amp Yel-lowFrt Fog Lights/Trailer TowStop and Turn Lights20 Spare21 10 Amp Red Ra

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Cavity Fuse Description37 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module38 10 Amp Red ABS Controller/Shifter As-sembly39 10 Amp Red Hazard Flasher (TurnSignals)/Bac

Page 251

VEHICLE STORAGEIf you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.You may:•Remove Cartrid

Page 252 - 252 STARTING AND OPERATING

Exterior Lights Bulb TypeBackup Lights ...3157 P27/7WCenter High-Mounted Stoplight ...921/W16WFog Lights...

Page 253

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 19.5 Gallons 74 LitersEngine Oil with Filter2.4 & 3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified Engine

Page 254 - 254 STARTING AND OPERATING

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

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ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission FluidManual Transmission Mopart Manual Tr

Page 256 - 256 STARTING AND OPERATING

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Emission Control System Maintenance ...330m Maintenance Schedules ...330▫ Schedule “B” ...

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Auto Down Feature — If EquippedThe driver’s and passenger’s front window switcheshave anauto down feature. Press the window switchpastthe detent, rele

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

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•Off-road or desert driving.NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditionslisted for Schedule “B.”Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles th

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At Each Oil Change•Change the engine oil filter.•Inspect the exhaust system.•Inspect brake hoses.•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.•Inspect

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

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Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000(Kilometers) (29 000) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X

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Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000(Kilometers) (53 000) (58 000) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X

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Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000(Kilometers) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) (91 000) (96 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X

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Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000(Kilometers) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X

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Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X

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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (163 000) (168 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X

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

Page 269

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)Change the engine oil and engine oil filter

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Inspection and service should be performed anytime amalfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.L This maintenance is recommended by the

Page 271 - WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Schedule “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30]Change the

Page 272 - 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000(Kilometers) (58 000) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000)[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54]Change the engine oil and engine oil filt

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Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000(Kilometers) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000) (125 000)[Months] [60] [66] [72] [78]Change the engine oil and engine oil f

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Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000(Kilometers) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000)[Months] [84] [90] [96] [102]Change the engine oil and engine oi

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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000(Kilometers) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120]Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XIns

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTSm Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...348▫ Prepare For The Appointm

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

Page 278

The manufacturer has empowered its dealers to makewarranty and repair decisions that ensure you are notinconvenienced. There is no need for you to wai

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

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In Mexico contact:Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240Sante Fe C.P. 05109Mexico, D. F.In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240Outside Mexico (525) 7

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The manufacturer will not stand behind any servicecontract that isnot the manufacturer’sService Contract. Itis not responsible for any service contrac

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352 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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

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

Page 285 - 2.4L ENGINE

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

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INDEX10

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Adding Washer Fluid ...204Air Cleaner, Engine ...297Air Conditioner Maintenance ...299Air Conditionin

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Auxiliary Power Outlet ...133Bar, Light ...103Battery ...298Emergency Starting .

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WARNING!•Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the strongest parts

Page 291 - 3.7L Engines

Catalytic Converter ...295Caution, Exhaust Gas ...68CD Changer ...164,171,182CD Player ...

Page 292

Crankcase Emission Control System ...297Cruise Control ...108Cruise Light ...155Cup Holder ...

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Jump Starting ...279Tow Hooks ...281Emission Control System Maintenance ...288,330EngineAir Cleaner ..

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FlashersHazard Warning ...272Turn Signal ...151Flat Tire Changing ...274Flooded Engine

Page 295

GaugesCoolant Temperature ...153Fuel ...157Odometer ...154Speedometer ...

Page 296

Instrument Cluster ...150Instrument Panel and Controls ...149Interior Appearance Care ...317Interior Fus

Page 297

Dome ...111Fog ...102Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ...152Fuses ...

Page 298

Lug Nuts ...278Luggage Carrier ...142Luggage Rack ...142Maintenance Free Batter

Page 299

Odometer ...154Trip ...154Off-Pavement Driving ...236,319Off-Road Driving ...

Page 300

Mirrors ...77Outlet ...133Seats ...93Steering ...

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3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 372

Page 302

Replacement Tires ...252Reporting Safety Defects ...353Restraint, Head ...92Restraints, Chi

Page 303

Security Against Theft ...20,28Security Alarm ...28Selection of Oil ...293Selec-Trac Oper

Page 304

SteeringPower ...300Wheel Lock ...17Wheel, Tilt ...107Steering Wheel Mounte

Page 305

Pressure Monitor System ...113,254Radial ...251Replacement ...252Rotation ...

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Unleaded Gasoline ...259Upholstery Care ...317Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...307Vanity Mirrors ...

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WARNING!A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride toohigh on your body, possibly causing i

Page 308

WARNING!A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinjury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at thestrong hip and pelvic bones, but across

Page 309

INTRODUCTIONThank you for selecting a Jeept Liberty and welcome toour worldwide family.This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for bothon-road

Page 310

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

Page 311

WARNING!Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so thatthe belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.Failure to adjust the safety belt properl

Page 312 - 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

When To Use The Automatic Locking ModeAnytime a child safety seat is installed in a passengerfront or outboard rear seating position (if equipped).Chi

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WARNING!•After a vehicle collision, the driver and frontpassenger outboard seat belt system must bechecked by a qualified technician to verify thatthe

Page 314

Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System(BeltAlert)If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60seconds of starting the vehicle and if

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

Page 316

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

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This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags toprotect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting nextto a window. If the vehicle is equippe

Page 318

Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with theinstrument panel knee bolsters to provide improvedprotection for the driver and front passenger.

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You should read the instructions provided with yourchild restraint to makesure that you are usingit properly.2. All occupants should use their lap and

Page 320 - Interior Fuses

and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control itmay roll over when some other vehicles may not.Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuv

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Airbag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller•Remote Acceleration Sensors•Airbag Warning Light•Dr

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modify the rate of inflation based on the occupant sizeprovided by the Occupant Classification Module. TheORC will not detect roll over, or rear impac

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not be able to properly approximate occupant size.Furthermore, the occupant size may appear to increaseor decrease due to objects hanging on the seat,

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For almost all sizes of properly seated adults, the passen-ger frontal airbag will be enabled in the event of acollision. For small teenagers and some

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upper right side of the instrument panel separate andfold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size.The bags fully inflate in about 50–70

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pressure increase due to applied lap belt tension doesnot cause a small occupant to be classified as a largeroccupant.•The Bladder Mat and Pressure Se

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•The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and frontpassenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The

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Also, the fuel system will shut off immediately uponairbag deployment (gasoline models only). The ignitionswitch will need to be cycled (i.e. turn the

Page 329 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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

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WARNING!In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tinybaby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. Theforce required to hold even an infant on y

Page 331

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be storedin the vehicle for convenient reference and remain withthe vehicle when sold so that the new owner

Page 332 - 332 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

•Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used inthe front seat of a vehicle with a front passengerairbag. An airbag deployment could cause severeinj

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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

Page 334 - 334 SCHEDULE “B”

•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in thevehicle with the seat belt or removeit from the vehicle.Do not leave it loose in the vehicle

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Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturerwhen installing your child res

Page 336 - 336 SCHEDULE “B”

In addition,there are tetherstrap anchorages behind eachrear seating position located on the back of the seat.Many, but not all restraint systems will

Page 337 - SCHEDULE “B” 337

the seat, removing slack in the straps according to thechild restraint manufacturer’s instructions.WARNING!Improper installation of a child restraint

Page 338 - 338 SCHEDULE “B”

If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling andpushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may needto do something more. Disconnect the

Page 339 - SCHEDULE “B” 339

WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toincreased head motion and possible injury to thechild. Use only the anchor positions directl

Page 340 - 340 SCHEDULE “B”

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

Page 341 - SCHEDULE “B” 341

•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbonmonoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.Never run the engine in a closed area, such as

Page 342 - 342 SCHEDULE “A”

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

Page 343 - [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54]

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

Page 344 - 344 SCHEDULE “A”

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Mirrors ...75▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...75▫ Inside Aut

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▫ Head Restraints ...92▫ Power Seat Adjuster — If Equipped ...93▫ 65/35 Split Folding Rear Seat ...94▫ Heated Sea

Page 346 - 346 SCHEDULE “A”

m Electronic Speed Control ...108▫ To Activate ...108▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ...109▫ To Deactiva

Page 347

▫ Smoker’s Package — If Equipped ...136m Cargo Area Features ...137▫ Cargo Light ...137▫ Retractable Ca

Page 348

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

Page 349

Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlightglare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the

Page 350

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

Page 351

Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If EquippedThese mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. Thisfeature is activated whenever you turn on the rearwindow

Page 352

phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’sstereo system; the system will automatically mute yourradio before receiving or sending a call.UCon

Page 353

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

Page 354

cellular phone has a different profile (i.e. headset profile),you will not be able to use any UConnect™ features.The UConnect™ system is fully integra

Page 355

pin number. You will not need to remember this pinnumber after the initial registration process.•The UConnect™system will then prompt you to beginthe

Page 356

Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook•Press the “Phone” button to begin.•After the 9Ready9 prompt, say 9Phonebook New En-try9.•When prompted, say the

Page 357

Phonebook edit can be used to add another phonenumber to a name entry that already exists in thephonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have am

Page 358 - 358 INDEX

•The UConnect™ system will play the names of all thephonebook entries.•To call one of the names in the list, press the ’VoiceRecognition’ button durin

Page 359 - INDEX 359

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

Page 360 - 360 INDEX

Phone Redial•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the 9Ready9 prompt, say 9Redial9.•The UConnect™ system will call the last number thatwas dialedo

Page 361 - INDEX 361

If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue-tooth™ connection between a paired cellular phone andthe UConnect™ system, follow the instruction

Page 362 - 362 INDEX

pin. This method can also be used in instances where youare pressing a number on your keypad to navigatethrough a menu structure or to enter a number

Page 363 - INDEX 363

Low Signal, Battery Strength, and RoamNotificationThe UConnect™ system will provide notification toinform you if your cellular phone is in roaming sta

Page 364 - 364 INDEX

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm A Word About Your Keys ...12▫ Ignition Key ...12▫ Key-In-Ig

Page 365 - INDEX 365

Towing AssistanceIf you need towing assistance, say 9Dial Towing Assis-tance9 or 9Call Towing Assistance9. Please refer to the24-Hour Towing Assistanc

Page 366 - 366 INDEX

WARNING!•Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seatcould cause you to lose control. The seat beltmight

Page 367 - INDEX 367

Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjustable headrestraints should be adjuste

Page 368 - 368 INDEX

Power Seat Adjuster — If EquippedWARNING!Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theseat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In acoll

Page 369 - INDEX 369

This seat also has a manual recline lever located just tothe rear of the power seat switch. Pull up on the lever torecline the seat.65/35 Split Foldin

Page 370 - 370 INDEX

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

Page 371 - INDEX 371

NOTE: When lifting up on the release handle, theseatback will release easier if you do not pull forward onthe seatback; only lift up on the release ha

Page 372 - 372 INDEX

Heated Seats — If EquippedThe heated seat switch is located on the outboard side ofthe front seats. Pressing this switch to its desired setting(HI or

Page 373 - INDEX 373

Then, reach under the hood and slide the safety latch tothe right and lift the hood.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower

Page 374 - 374 INDEX

The overhead lights will automatically turn off in about 8minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is leftin the dome light position.Turn

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