Jeep 2008 Grand Cherokee SRT User Manual

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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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Page 1 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...23▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...23▫ General Information ...24m Remote St

Page 3 - INTRODUCTION

100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Page 4 - 4 INTRODUCTION

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1013

Page 5 - Rollover Warning Label

Voice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)zeroonetwothreefourfivesixseveneightninestar (*)plus (+)pound (#)add locationallVoice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)ca

Page 6 - 6 INTRODUCTION

Voice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)languagelist nameslist phonesmobilemutemute offnew entrynopagerpair a phonephone pairing pairingphonebook phone book

Page 7 - INTRODUCTION 7

General InformationThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:•

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WARNING!Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seatbelt is no longer resting against your chest. In acollision you could slide under the s

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Manual Lumbar Support AdjustmentThe manual lumbar support adjustment lever is locatedon the right side of the driver’s seat (all models) and onthe lef

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4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If EquippedThe front passenger’s power seat switches are located onthe outboard side of the passenger seat lower side

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center of the instrument panel. After turning on theignition, you can choose from High, Low, or Off heatsettings. Amber LEDs on the side of each switc

Page 12 - Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)

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

Page 13 - 3 Button FOBIK

m Engine Break-In Recommendations ...66m Safety Tips ...66▫ Exhaust Gas ...66▫ Safety Checks Y

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Two LEDs are illuminated for high, onefor low, andnonefor off. Pressing the switch once will select high-levelheating. Pressing the switch a second ti

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60/40 Split Rear SeatTo Lower Rear SeatEither side of the rear seat can be lowered to allow forextended cargo space and still maintain some rear seati

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2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To Raise Rear SeatRaise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer-ence from the cargo area preve

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Storage — Rear Seat Armrest (If Equipped)The rear seat may be equipped with a center storagearmrest.Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to

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

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3. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and driver’s sideview mirror to the desired positions.4. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired

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Memory Position RecallNOTE: The vehicle must be in P(Park) torecall memorypositions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is notin P (Park), a me

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To disable another transmitter linked to either memoryposition, repeat steps 1-5 for each transmitter.NOTE: Once programmed, all transmitters linked t

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Each stored memory setting will have an associated EasyEntry and Easy Exit position.NOTE: The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabledwhen the vehi

Page 23 - FOBIK Battery Replacement

WARNING!If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up whenthe vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.Be sure all hood latches are fully l

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYour vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This systemconsists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a WirelessIgnition Node (WIN)

Page 25 - Remote Start Button

Normal operation will resume when the ignition isturned ON or when the headlight switch is turned toanother position.Headlights and Parking LightsTurn

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This system performs two functions. With the enginerunning and the multi-function control lever in the A(Auto) position, the headlights will turn on a

Page 27 - Power Door Lock Switch

To Activate1. Select “Auto Headlamp Low/High Beams? — Low/High Beam.” Refer to “EVIC — Customer ProgrammableFeatures” in Section 4 of this manual.2. T

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even when the doors and liftgate are open. While in the“Off” position the instrument panel lighting is at thelowest light level and may not be suitabl

Page 29 - Power Window Switches

NOTE: Proper aim and adjustments of the front foglights shouldbe madeto prevent excessiveglare for otherdrivers.Turn SignalsMove the multi-function co

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time. Refer to “EVIC- Customer Programmable Features”in Section 4 to turn this feature “On/Off” or set the timeinterval.Interior LightsThe interior li

Page 31 - Power Window Lock

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe front and rear wipers and washers are operated by aswitch in the right side control lever. Turn the end of thecontrol

Page 32 - Liftgate Release

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

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Rain Sensing Wipers—If EquippedThis feature senses moisture on the windshield andautomatically activates the wipers for the driver. Thefeature is espe

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•Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition isfirst turned ON, the rain sensing system will notoperate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed

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Fob with Integrated Key (FOBIK)The Fobwith Integrated Key operates the ignition switch.It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-mitter an

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WARNING!Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Thetelescoping adjustment must be locked while driv-ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while dr

Page 37 - Latch Plate

•The pedals can be adjusted while driving.•The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R(Reverse) orwhen theSpeed Control is ON.Amessagewill

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To ActivatePush the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in theinstrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the systemOFF, push the ON/OFF button a seco

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To Resume SpeedTo resume a previously set speed, push the “RESUMEACCEL” leverup and release. Resume can beused at anyspeed above 25 mph (40 km/h).To V

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NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed upand down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hillsis normal.On steep hills a greater speed loss

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WARNING!ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) cannot prevent thenatural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,nor can it increase the traction afforded by

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BAS (Brake Assist System)The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s brakingcapability during emergency braking maneuvers. Thesystem detects an emer

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ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift bymonitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and thespeed of th

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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)This system enhances directional control and stability ofthe vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor-rects

Page 45 - 3 — Knee Bolster

WARNING!ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent thenatural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,nor can it increase the traction affor

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Ignition Key RemovalPlace the selector lever in “P” (Park). Turn the key to theLOCK position, and remove the key.NOTE:•If you try to remove the key be

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turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the 9ESP OFF”switch. This will restore the normal “ESP On” mode ofoperation.NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s trac

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flash, the engine power may be reduced and you mayfeel the brakes being applied to individual wheels toattempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC i

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•The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clickingsounds when it is active. This is normal; the soundswill stop when ESP becomes inactive following

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Rear Park Assist Warning DisplayThe Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in theheadliner near the flipper glass, provides both visual andaudible

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WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCESDISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNALREAR CORNERS REAR CENTER1st LED 59 in. (150 cm) Yellow None2nd LE

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Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist SystemThe Rear ParkAssist System can be enabled and disabledwith a switch located on the upper switch bank of thei

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Cleaning the Rear Park Assist SystemClean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water, car washsoap and a soft cloth. Do not userough or hard cloths. Dono

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2. Select “ON” at the “Rear Camera” screen. Highlight“DONE” and press ENTER. The rear camera is nowenabled.3. When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reve

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Courtesy/Reading LightsAt the forward end of the console are two courtesy/reading lights.Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second timeto

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WARNING!Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver. Donot train the transceiver if people or pets

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CAUTION!An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove key from the ignition and lock all doorswhen leaving the vehicle unattended.Key-In-I

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It is recommended that a new battery be placed in thehand-held transmitter of the device being programmedto HomeLinkt for more efficient training and

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NOTE: After training a HomeLinkt channel, if thegarage door does not operate with HomeLinkt and thegarage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the

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7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmedHomeLinkt button twice (holding the button for 2 sec-onds each time). If the device is plugged in and

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Then proceed with Step 4 under “ProgrammingHomeLink.” earlier in this section.Using HomeLinkTTo operate, simply press and release the programmedHomeLi

Page 62 - Tether Strap Mounting

Troubleshooting TipsIf you are having trouble programming HomeLinkt,hereare some of the most common solutions:•Replace the battery in the original tra

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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof switch is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console.WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicl

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Opening Sunroof - ExpressPress the switch rearward and release, and the sunroofwill open automatically from any position. The sunroofwill open fully,

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Sunshade OperationThe sunshade can be opened manually. However, thesunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.NOTE: The sunshade cannot be

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POWER OUTLETSFront Power OutletTo the left and right of the convenience tray (lower centerof instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically poweredac

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

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flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone usedan invalid Fob to start the engine. Either of these condi-tions will result in the engine be

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Press the power inverter switch (located on the upperswitch bank) to turn the power on to the outlet. Press theswitch again to turn the power off.NOTE

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

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

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Retractable Cargo Area CoverNOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not tosecure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting orprotect pass

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WARNING!In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle couldcause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop andstrike someone in the vehicle. Do

Page 74 - Automatic Dimming Mirror

WARNING!Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a childseat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a hookcould pull loose and allow the chi

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WARNING!To help protect against personal injury, passengersshould not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rearcargo space is intended for load carry

Page 76 - Power Mirror Switches

1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straightup) to the top surface of the tray.2. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they arep

Page 77 - Lighted Vanity Mirror

If the liftgate flipper glass is open, connection to the rearwindow wiper is interrupted preventing activation of therear wiper blade. When the liftga

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTSm Instrument Panel And Controls ...172m Instrument Cluster ...173m Instrument

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location. This number is required for dealer replacementof Fobs. Duplication of Fobs may be performed at anauthorized dealer or by using the Customer

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▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...197▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CDAnd MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) ...205▫ Notes On Playi

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

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS1 — Air Outlet 5 — Upper Switch Bank 9 — Lower Switch Bank2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter 10 — Clim

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1734

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. SpeedometerIndicates vehicle speed.2. Brake Warning LightThe BRAKE warning light will come on whenthe ignition is fir

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before engine start. If the bulb does not come on whenturning the key from OFF to ON, have the conditionchecked promptly.Certain conditions such as a

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8. TachometerThe red segments indicate the maximum permissibleengine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for eachgear range. Before reaching the re

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12. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale LightEach tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the inflati

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of reasons, including the installation of replacement oralternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent theTPMS from functioning properly. Alway

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The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,or when towing a trailer. It should not b

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NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer tohave all remaining keys erased from the systemsmemory. This will prevent the lost key from starti

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15. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WarningLight/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light — IfEquippedThe ESP/BAS warning light in the instrumentclu

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19. Transmission Range IndicatorThis display indicator shows the automatic transmissiongear selection.20. Fuel GaugeThe pointer shows the level of fue

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Warning Light may turn on and off again, especiallyduring and after hard braking, accelerations, or turns.This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel

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The system allows the driver to select information bypressing the following buttons mounted on the steeringwheel:MENU ButtonPress and release the MENU

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•PROGRAMMING ACTIVE — NEW KEY PRO-GRAMMED•SERVICE SECURITY KEY•INVALID KEY — TRY ALTERNATE KEY•DRIVER/PASSENGER DOOR OPEN (with graphic)•LEFT/RIGHT RE

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•AUTO HIGH BEAMS ON•AUTO HIGH BEAMS OFF•PARK ASSIST DISABLED•SERVICE SUSPENSION•SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM•TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP•LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVE

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•LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM SystemOnly)•RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM Sys-tem Only)Trip FunctionsPress and release the MENU button unt

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•When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)estimated driving distance, the DTE display willchange to a text display of 9LOW FUEL.9 This displayw

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Compass DisplayThe compass readings indicate the directionthe vehicle is facing. Press and release thecompass button to display one of eight com-pass

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Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between mag

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the door lock plunger located on the inside of the doorsor with the driver’s door key lock cylinder, will not setthe alarm.To Disarm the SystemTo disa

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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

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Auto Door LocksWhen Y (YES) is selected, all of the doors will lockautomatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15mph (24 km/h). To make your sel

Page 104 - WARNING!

selected. To make your selection, press and release theFUNCTION SELECT button until “Y (YES)” or “N (NO)”appears.Headlamp Off DelayWhen this feature i

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(NO)” appears. When N (NO) is selected, the systemreverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation.Service IntervalWhen this feature is selected a

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after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening a vehicledoor will cancel this feature. To make your selection,press and release the FUNCTION SELECT

Page 107 - Adjustable Head Restraints

NOTE: Tires heat up during normal driving conditions.Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6psi (14 to41 kPa)during normal drivingco

Page 108 - Front Heated Seat Switches

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

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Operating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary

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SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next listenable station, in AM, FM or Satellite (ifequipped) freque

Page 111 - Rear Seat Release

3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNEcontrolknob to set the minutes. The minuteswill begin toblink.4. Adjust the minutes using the r

Page 113 - Armrest Storage Bin

NOTE: Inserting the Fob with Integrated Key into theignition switch disables all buttons on that transmitter;however, the buttons on the remaining tra

Page 114 - Driver Memory Switches

Press the rotary TUNE control knob a third time andTREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE control knob to theright or left to increase or decrease the Tre

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Program Type 16 Digit-Character DisplayNostalgia NostalgaOldies OldiesPersonality PersnltyPublic PublicRhythm and Blues R & BReligious Music Rel M

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•DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode,selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the currenthighlighted selection. Use the remote control to

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•Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button willallow user to set the clock. Turn the TUNE controlknob to adjust the hours and then press and turn th

Page 118 - Hood Release Handle

Audio DRC — If EquippedSelecting this item will allow the user to limit maximumaudio dynamic range - The default is set to 9High,9 andunder this setti

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window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 inboth AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM,and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be

Page 120 - Headlight Switch

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.LOAD Button — Loading Compact Disc(s)Press the LOAD button and the pus

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SCAN Button (CD MODE)Press the Scan button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing.TIME Button (CD MODE)Press this button to change the

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The radio uses the following limits for file systems:•Maximum number of directory levels: 8•Maximum number of files: 255•Maximum number of folders: 10

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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 Au

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Flash Lights with Remote Key LockThis feature will cause the turnsignal lightsto flash whenthe doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter.This

Page 125 - Front Map/Reading Lights

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

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SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press this button to change the display f

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

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Other special features include direct tune, music typeselections, easy store presets, backup camera display forvehicles equipped with a backup camera,

Page 129 - Tilt Steering Column

Changing Daylight Savings TimeWhen selected, this feature will display the time of day indaylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change thecurren

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want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page” isdisplayed to view additional time zones in the menu.5. Touch the screen where the word “Save”

Page 131 - CAUTION!

4. Press the HOUR or MIN soft keys on the face of theradio.5. The time setting will change each time you press theHOUR or MIN soft key.6. Press the SA

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UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IFEQUIPPEDNOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQradios only with UConnect.™ For sales code REN touchscr

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Play ModeWhen switched to UCI mode the iPodt will be in Playmode. In this Play mode , you may use the followingbuttons on the radio faceplate to contr

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previous track in the list, if you press this button at anyother time in the current track it will go back to thebeginning of the track.If the right (

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Remote Key Lock,” under “Personal Settings (Cus-tomer Programmable Features),” under “ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of thi

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List or Browse ModeDuring Play mode, pressing any of the following buttonswill take you to List mode. List mode enables you toscroll through the list

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After pressing a preset button, you will see the list youare in on the top line and the first item in that list on thesecond line.To exit the List mod

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www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Please havethe following information available when calling:1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identif

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

Page 140 - ESP OFF Switch

3 seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all ofthe time (press and hold again to return to normaldisplay).RW/FFPressing the RW (Rewind) or

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

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The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind thefront seats.Lowering the DVD ScreenRemote Control Location226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Page 143 - Rear Park Assist Display

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

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Radio OperationPressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the nextlistenable station and pressing the bottom of the switchwill “Seek” down for

Page 145 - Rear Park Assist Switch

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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•You may need to be less than 23 feet (7 meters) fromthe vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off thepanic alarm due to the radio frequency nois

Page 147 - Overhead Console

NOTE: The numbers on the temperature dial representa comfort setting when the Mode knob is set to Auto, andnot the actual air temperature.Operation of

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The air conditioning in this system is automatic.Pressing this button while in AUTO mode willcause the LED to flash three times and remain off.This in

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move your mode knob to panel, panel/floor or floor,then hit the Recirc button. This feature will reduce thepossibility of window fogging.Manual Operat

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2334

Page 151 - 2 — Training Button

NOTE: Regardless of the type of operation, when atemperature knob is set to the full clockwise or fullcounterclockwise position, the system will deliv

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Air flows through the registers in the back of thecenter console, and under the front seats to the rearseat passengers. These registers can be closed

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Operating TipsWindow FoggingWindows will fog on the insidewhen thehumidity insidethe vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cooltemperatures wh

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Your air conditioning system is also equipped with anautomatic recirculation system. When the system sensesa heavy load or high heat conditions, it ma

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STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures ...242▫ Normal Starting ...243▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below

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

Page 158 - Rear Power Outlet

m Tire Safety Information ...259▫ Tire Markings ...259▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...262▫ Tire Load

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▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ...281m Adding Fuel ...282▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...282m Trailer Towing

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STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust theinside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and ifpresent, instruc

Page 161 - Rear Cup Holders

Normal StartingThe gear selector must be in the “N” (Neutral) or “P”(Park) position before you can start the engine. Apply thebrakes before shifting i

Page 162 - Rear Storage Compartment

If Engine Fails to StartWARNING!• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids intothe throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt tostart the vehicle

Page 163 - Rear Cargo Cover

After StartingThe idle speed is controlled automatically and it willdecrease as the engine warms up.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCAUTION!Damage to the transm

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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

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5. Move the shift lever into the N (Neutral) position.6. The vehicle may then be started in N (Neutral).Have your vehicle inspected by your local auth

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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

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WARNING!Unintended movement of a vehicle could injurethose in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,you should never exit a vehicle while the eng

Page 168

To remote start your vehicle, press the “Remote Start”button on the key fob twice within three seconds. Toindicate that the vehicle is about to start,

Page 169 - CONTENTS

NOTE: The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) andTraction Control (if equipped) should be turned OFFbefore attempting to rock the vehicle. Refer to “El

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Autostick OperationBy placing the shift lever in the D (Drive) position thelever can be moved from side to side. This allows thedriver to engage the A

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When in the Autostick mode, as the engine RPM nearsthe engine maximum speed, an “UPSHIFT” message willappear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Cen

Page 172 - INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

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

Page 173 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

WARNING!• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damageor injury. Also, be certain to leave the tra

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WARNING!Significant over or under inflation of tires can lead toloss of braking effectiveness.The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low-speed self-tes

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WARNING!•The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot preventthe natural laws of physics from acting on thevehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering

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WARNING!To use your brakes and accelerator more safely,follow these tips:•Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on thepedal. This could overhe

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POWER STEERINGThe standard power steering system will give you goodvehicle response and increased ease of maneuverabilityin tight spaces. The system w

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

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Remote start will also cancelif anyof thefollowing occur:•If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500•Any engine warning lamps come on•The hood is opened

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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 tire;however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires withwhite

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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

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LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load

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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargobeing loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safelyexceed the available cargo and luggage loa

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266 STARTING AND OPERATING

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

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1. Safety—WARNING!Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can causeaccidents.• Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result intire failur

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Tire Inflation PressuresThe proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on eitherthe face ofthe driver’sdoor, or the driver’sside “B” pillar.The pre

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Power Door LocksThe power door lock switch is located on each front doorpanel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors.If the plunger is down whe

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Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide rangeof outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary withtemperature changes.Tire pressures chang

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

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WARNING!All tires should be replaced after six years, regardlessof the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warningcan result in sudden tire failur

Page 195 - Tire Pressure Display

WARNING!• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than thatspecified for your vehicle. Some combinations ofunapproved tires and wheels may chang

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

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one or more Low Pressure messages (Left Front, LeftRear, Right Front, Right Rear) for 3 seconds, and agraphic display of the pressure value(s) with th

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NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure unitsin PSI, kPa, or BAR.If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat,providing the syste

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any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need tobe driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h)in order for the TPMS to receive this i

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Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued andendorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World-wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel

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N (Neutral). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC) — Customer Programmable Features” inSection 4 of this manual or see your authorized

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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

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

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•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditio

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CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys-tem could result from using an improper fuel cap(gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let im

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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

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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

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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the totalpermissible weight of your vehicle and trailer whenweighe

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Weight-Carrying HitchA weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongueweight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball orsome other connec

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Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System288 STARTING AND OPERATING

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Trailer Hitch ClassificationThe following chart provides the industry standard forthe maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitchclass cantow and sho

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WINDOWSPower WindowsThe power window controls are located on the driver’sdoor trim panel. There is a single switch on the frontpassenger door/rear doo

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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetra

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Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped onyour trailer hitch.Consider the following items when computing theweight on the front/rear axles of t

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CAUTION!•Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damageyour vehicle.•During the first 500 miles (805

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•Safety chains must always be used between yourvehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to thehook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the cha

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−When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa-tion” for proper tire replacement procedures. Replac-ing tires with a higher load carrying capa

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WARNING!Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-tem and cause it to fail. You might not

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Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (IfEquipped)−Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.−When using the speed control, if you experience sp

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Hazard Warning Flashers ...298m If Your Engine Overheats ...299m Jump Starting ...

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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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INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction ...4m Rollover Warning ...4m How To Use This Manual ...

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the first detent, release, and the window will go downautomatically. To cancel the “Auto Down” movement,operate the switch in either the up or down di

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JUMP STARTINGIf thevehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables maybe used to obtain a start from a booster battery or thebattery in another vehic

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1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands orbracelets which might make an unintended electricalcontact.2. Park the booster vehicle within cable

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

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Engine Compartment – 6.1L ...306m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...307▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap

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▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...320▫ Body Lubrication ...321▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...322▫ Windshield Was

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▫ Front Turn Signal ...349▫ Front Fog Light ...350▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-UpLights ...

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 6.1L306 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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Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageAfter fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system candetermine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperlyinstalled, or

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For states which have an I/M (Inspection andMaintenance) requirement, this check verifies thefollowing: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)is functio

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Resetting the Auto-Up FeatureShould the Auto-Up feature stop working the windowprobably needs to be reset. To reset Auto-Up:Pull the window switch up

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b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fullyilluminated until you turn off the ignition key or startthe engine. This means that your vehicle

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

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NOTE: Fill engine oil one quart at a time.CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration orloss of oil pressure. This could damage your e

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•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained highspeeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).•Trailer towing.NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you the

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Engine Oil ViscositySAE 0W-40 engine oil is preferred for use within theoperating temperatures shown in the engine oil viscositychart. SAE 5W-40 engin

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Synthetic Engine OilsYou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-mended maintenance in

Page 242

At the mileage indicated on the appropriate “Mainte-nance Schedule,” all belts and tensioner should bechecked for condition. Improper belt tension can

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Fuel FilterAplugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed atwhich a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting.Should an excessive amount

Page 244

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

Page 245

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

Page 246

open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs withthe sunroof open, adjust the sunroofo

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NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C SystemSealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-sor Oil, or Refrigerants.Refrigerant Recovery a

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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

Page 249

Windshield Wiper BladesThe rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshieldshould be cleaned periodically with a sponge or softclothand a mild nona

Page 250

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

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Cooling SystemWARNING!•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignitionswitch to the OFF position. The

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drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE-MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THECOOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill

Page 253 - Parking Brake

Adding CoolantYour vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. Thiscoolant can be used up to 5 Y

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The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is anyaccumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.WARNING!•The warning words “DO NOT OPE

Page 255

service attendant of this. As long as the engine operatingtemperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need onlybe checked once a month.When additi

Page 256

•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle isequipped with air conditioning, keep the front of thecondenser clean, also.•Do not change the

Page 257

WARNING!Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonousexhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas-sengers could be injured by these fumes. K

Page 258

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

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should be replaced immediately! Eventual deteriorationof the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of aburst failure.WARNING!Worn brake hoses

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

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Automatic TransmissionFluid Level CheckRegular automatic transmission fluid level checks are notrequired. For this reason the dipstick is omitted.If y

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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 seacoa

Page 263 - Tire and Loading Information

Special Care•If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drivenear the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least oncea month.•It is important tha

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YES Essentialst Fabric Cleaning Procedure – IfEquippedYES Essentialst seats may be cleaned in the followingmanner:•Remove as much of the stain as poss

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do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leatherupholstery. Application of a leather

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If the belts need cleaning, use Mopart Total Clean, a mildsoap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove thebelts from the vehicle to wash them.Repla

Page 267

Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description3 10 AmpRedHtd Mirror (EBL)4 20 AmpYellowRr Pwr Out (B+)5 10 AmpRedRr HVAC (R/O)(Commander Only)6 Spare (B+)7

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Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec-tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventingactivation of the rear wiper blade whi

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Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description14 20 AmpYellowCigar Ltr (R/A)15 10 AmpRedTire Pressure Trans-ducers (R/O)16 10 AmpRedSteering Control Mod-ul

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Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description1 50 AmpGreenPTC Heater 1 (DieselOnly)Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fus

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Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description11 40 AmpGreenHVAC Blower12 30 AmpPinkRear Wiper, Ign R/O13 40 AmpGreenRear Window De-froster (EBL)/HeatedMir

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Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description27 20 AmpYellowHD Washer (IfEquipped)28 30 AmpGreenABS Valves29 20 AmpYellowPCM Batt (GasolineOnly)30 — Spare

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Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description8 10 AmpRedLt Park LampsCav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description9 1

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Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description18 20 AmpYellowFront Control Module(FCM) Batt #119 20 AmpYellowLt Trailer-Tow Stop/Turn20 20 AmpYellowFront C

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•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out ofservice (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run theair conditioning system at idle for about five

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BULB REPLACEMENTHigh Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — IfEquippedThe headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain

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2. Turn the low or high beam bulb 1/4 turn counterclockwise to remove from housing.3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb.CAUTION!

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Front Turn Signal1. Open the hood.2. Turn the turn signal bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwiseto remove from housing.3. Disconnect the electrical connector

Page 279

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

Page 280

Front Fog Light1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle.2. Turn the front fog light bulb 1/4 turn counter clock-wise to remove from hou

Page 281

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

Page 282 - Fuel Filler Cap Location

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 21 Gallons 79 LitersEngine Oil with Filter6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, API Certified) 7 Qts 6.6 LitersCo

Page 283

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile For

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ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Transmission FluidTransfer Case Mopart NV146 Transfer

Page 285

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Emission Control System Maintenance ...356m Maintenance Schedules ...356▫ Schedule “B” ...

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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

Page 287

NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditionslisted for Schedule “B.”NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, change yourengine oil every 3,000 mil

Page 288 - 288 STARTING AND OPERATING

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Page 296 - 296 STARTING AND OPERATING

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

Page 297 - WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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

Page 298 - Hazard Warning Switch

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

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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 automatic transmission

Page 300

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

Page 301

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

Page 302

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

Page 303 - MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

Page 304 - 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120]Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XIns

Page 306 - ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 6.1L

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the proper equipment. If you have an

Page 307

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTSm Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...376▫ Prepare For The Appointm

Page 308 - 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

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

Page 310 - 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

Page 311

WARNING!Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certainvehicle components contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause can

Page 312

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

Page 313 - MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or w

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•Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations,these practical manuals make it easy for students andtechnicians

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

Page 316

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to

Page 318

INDEX10

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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...175,254Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...326Adding Fuel ...282Adding Washe

Page 320

Battery ...318Emergency Starting ...300Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ...23Saving Feature (Pr

Page 321

Cellular Phone ...77Center High Mounted Stop Light ...351Chart, Tire Sizing ...260Checks, Safety

Page 322 - 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Daytime Running Lights ...123Dealer Service ...310Defroster, Rear Window ...168Defroster, Winds

Page 323

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

Page 324

Air Cleaner Filter ...316Break-In Recommendations ...66Checking Oil Level ...311Compartment ...

Page 325

Fluid Capacities ...352Fluid Leaks ...68Fluid Level ChecksBrake ...331Cool

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Fuel ...181Speedometer ...174Tachometer ...176Gear Ranges ...

Page 327

Instrument Panel and Controls ...172Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...337Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ...344Interior

Page 328 - 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cargo ...162Center Mounted Stop ...351Cruise ...180Daytime Running ...

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Voltage ...181Load Floor, Cargo ...166Loading VehicleTires ...263Locks ...

Page 330

MP3 Player ...212MTBE/ETBE ...279Multi-Function Control Lever ...119Navigation Radio ...

Page 331

Pets ...65Pets, Transporting ...65Phone, Cellular ...77Phone, Hands-Free (U

Page 332

Rear Seat, Folding ...111Rear Window Defroster ...168Rear Window Features ...167Rear Wiper/Washer

Page 333

Child Restraint ...56,63Extender ...44Front Seat ...36Inspection ...

Page 334

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

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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

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Sound Systems (Radio) ...212Spark Plugs ...316Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...131Speedometer ..

Page 337

Tire Markings ...259Tire Safety Information ...259Tires ...68,267,382Air Pressure ...

Page 338 - Fuse Panel

Automatic ...247,333Range Indicator ...181Shifting ...245Transmitter Battery Servic

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Washers, Windshield ...126,322Washing Vehicle ...334Waxing and Polishing ...334Wheel Alignment

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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVERWARNING HOW TO USETHIS MANUAL WARNINGSAND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS T

Page 341 - Power Distribution Center

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

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

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

Page 344 - Integrated Power Module

Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenWe recommend that pregnant women use the seat beltsthroughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe isthe best way to

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

Page 346 - 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

Page 347

NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coathooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede theproper performance of the window bags.The fron

Page 348

seat as far back as possible, and use the proper childrestraint. See “Child Restraint” in this section.You should read the instructions provided with

Page 349

Airbag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Control Module•Airbag Warning Light•Driver Airbag•Passenger Ai

Page 350

Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts providedis a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.government notes that the universa

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Also, the ORC turns on the “Airbag WarningLight” for 6 to 8 seconds for a self-checkwhen the ignition is first turned on.After theself-check, the “Air

Page 352 - 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags are de-signed to activate only in certain side or rollovercollisions. When the ORC (with side impact option)

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They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.However, if you haven’t healed significantly within afew days,or ifyou haveany blistering,see your do

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Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!• Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured if

Page 355 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Event Data Recorder (EDR)In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed torecord up to 5-seconds ofspecific vehicledata parameters(see the foll

Page 356 - 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

provided to the custodial entity upon request. Generaldata that does not identify particular vehicles or crashesmay be released for incorporation in a

Page 357

•Cruise control status•Traction/stability control status•Tire pressure monitoring system statusChild RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buc

Page 358 - 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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

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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 360 - 360 SCHEDULE “B”

buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt pathopening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch platefrom the buckle and twist the short buckle-end

Page 362 - 362 SCHEDULE “B”

belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by thelap/shoulder belt.Children Too Large for Boos

Page 363 - SCHEDULE “B” 363

kits orretro-fit kits.You are urged totake advantageof allthe available attachments provided with your child re-straint in any vehicle.NOTE: When usin

Page 364 - 364 SCHEDULE “B”

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

Page 365 - SCHEDULE “B” 365

hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and ameans of adjusting the tension of the strap.You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower st

Page 366 - 366 SCHEDULE “B”

however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, socheck the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary.For seat belts having an automatic l

Page 367 - SCHEDULE “B” 367

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

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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 369 - SCHEDULE “A” 369

•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 370 - [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54]

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

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Mirrors ...74▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror ...74▫ Outside Mir

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

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▫ Front Manual Seat Adjustment ...104▫ Front Seat Adjustment — Recline ...104▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment ...106▫ 8 - Way Dr

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▫ Automatic Headlight Leveling — HIDHeadlights Only ...123▫ Lights-On Reminder ...123▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...

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▫ TCS (Traction Control System) ...135▫ BAS (Brake Assist System) ...136▫ ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) ...137▫ ESP (El

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▫ General Information ...154m Power Sunroof — If Equipped ...155▫ Opening Sunroof - Express ...156▫ Closing Sunro

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MIRRORSAutomatic Dimming MirrorThis mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlightglare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the featureon or o

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CAUTION!To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, neverspray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.Apply the solution onto a clean cloth

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Driver’s and Front Passenger Outside AutomaticDimming Mirror — If EquippedIf your vehicle is equipped with a outside automaticdimming mirrors, they wi

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

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UConnectt is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehiclecommunications system. UConnectt allows you to dial aphone number with your cellular phone usin

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Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be usedwith the system at a time. The system is available inEnglish, Spanish, or French languages (as e

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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay l

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OperationVoice commands can be used to operate the UConnecttsystem and to navigate through the UConnectt menustructure. Voice commands are required af

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Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the beep, you can say 9Cancel9 andyou will be returned to the main menu. However, in afew instances the system will

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use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at thesame time. For example, if priority 3 and priority 5phones are present in the vehicle, the UC

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•After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, saythe name of the person you want to call. For example,you can say 9John Doe,9 where John Doe is a

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

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•You will then be asked for the name of the phone bookentry that you wish to edit.•Next, choose the number designation (home, work,mobile, or pager) t

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•After you enter the name, the UConnectt system willask you which designation you wish to delete, home,work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designatio

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Phone Call FeaturesThe following features can be accessed through theUConnectt system if the feature(s) are available on yourcellular service plan. Fo

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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

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

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm A Word About Your Keys ...12▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ...12▫ FOB Wi

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UConnectT System FeaturesLanguage SelectionTo change the language that the UConnectt system isusing,•Press the “Phone” button to begin.•After the 9Rea

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The UConnectt system does slightly lower your chancesof successfully making a phone call as to that for the cellphone directly.Your phone must be turn

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service or automated customer service. Some servicesrequire immediate response selection, in some instances,that may be too quick for use of UConnectt

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a{,9 you could press the “Voice Recognition” button andsay 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having tolisten to the rest of the voice promp

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may feel that the call did not go through even though thecall is in progress. Once your call is answered, you willhear the audio.Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Of

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List Paired Cellular Phone Names•Press the “Phone” button to begin.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Setup Phone Pairing.”•When pr

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•You can also press the “Voice Recognition” buttonanytime while the list is being played, and thenchoosethe phone you wish to delete.Things You Should

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•Always wait for the beep before speaking.•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you wouldspeak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feetawa

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•Even though international dialing for most numbercombinations is supported, some shortcut dialingnumber combinations may not be supported.•In a conve

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