Jeep 2008 Patriot User Manual

PatriotOWNER’S MANUAL20082008 Patriot81-326-0812 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone KeypadYou can dial a phone number with your cellular phonekeypad and still use the UConnect威 system (while dial-ing v

from your UConnect威 paired cellular phone to theUConnect威 system or vice versa, press the “Voice Recog-nition” button and say ⬙Transfer Call.⬙Connect

•The selected phone will be used for the next phonecall. If the selected phone is not available, theUConnect威 system will return to using the highestp

Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by theUConnect威 system. For best results, the Voice Trainingsession should be completed when the vehicle is

•When navigating through an automated system suchas voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end ofspeaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙Send

•Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced bylowering the in-vehicle audio volume.•In a convertible vehicle, system performance may becompromised w

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

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

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

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

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

Manual Lumbar — If EquippedThe Lumbar adjustment is located on the outboard sideof the driver’s seat. To increase or decrease support,rotate the handl

Driver’s Seatback ReclineTo recline:1. Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean backto the desired position and release the handle.2. Lift th

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push downon the head

Heated Seats — If EquippedWARNING!Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury

NOTE: If HIGH-level heating is selected, heat will befelt within two to three minutes.Fold-Flat Front Passenger SeatFold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Con

Folding Rear SeatTo provide additional storage area, each rear seatback canbe folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move theseat forward and flat.

Reclining Rear Seat — If EquippedFolding Rear SeatReclining The Rear SeatUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1173

▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...22▫ General Information ...24▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...24䡵 Door Lock

For additional comfort, pull the strap forward justenough to release the seatback latch. Then push theseatback to a reclined position, approximately 3

Then move the safety catch located under the front edgeof the hood, near the center and raise the hood.Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right si

LIGHTSMap/Reading LightsThese lights are mounted between the sun visors abovethe rear view mirror. Each light is turned ON by pressingthe button. Pres

Multifunction Control LeverThe Multifunction Control Lever controls the operationof the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlightbeam select

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,rotate the center portion of the Multifunction ControlLever up or down.Daytime Running Lights

Fog Lights — If EquippedThe front fog light switch is on the MultifunctionControl Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turnon the parking lights o

show proper operation of the front and rear turn signallights. You can signal a lane change by moving the leverpartially up or down without moving bey

Passing LightYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the Multifunction Control Lever towardyou. This will cause the head

NOTE: The auxiliary Off-Road lights can only be acti-vated when the high beam headlights are on.Press the top of the switch to turn on the auxiliaryOf

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe wipers and washers are operated by a switchon the control lever. The lever is located on theright side of the steerin

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...69䡵 Safety Tips ...69▫ Exhaust Gas ...69▫ Safety Checks Y

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

Mist FeaturePush down on the wiper control lever to activate a singlewipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray froma passing vehicle. As long

TILT STEERING COLUMNTo tilt the steering column, push down on the lever belowthe turn signal control lever. With one hand firmly on thewheel, move the

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

To DeactivateA soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the speed controllever toward you “CANCEL”, normal braking, or clutchpressure while slowing the ve

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

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

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

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

NOTE: Anytime the ESP system is in the “Full Off”mode, ERM is disabled. Refer to “Electronic StabilityProgram (ESP)” for a complete explanation of the

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle hasthe key code numbers for your vehicle locks. Thesenumbers can be used to

HDC has the capability to sense terrain and will onlyactivate when the vehicle is descending a hill. It will notactivate on level ground. If desired,

vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by thedriver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.When the actual path does not match the

ESP Operating ModesThe ESP system has three available operating modes for4WD equipped vehicles and two available operatingmodes for 2WD equipped vehic

will illuminate and the “ESP Off” message will appear inthe odometer. Press and release the Trip Odometer buttonlocated on the instrument cluster to c

ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP Indicator LightThe malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined withthe BAS indicator. The yellow “ESP/BAS Warning Ligh

The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the head lineror the sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威channels.NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled w

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas c

Watch for the HomeLink威 indicator to change flash rates.When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up to 30seconds, or longer in rare cases. The g

This can usually be found where the hanging antennawire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it isNOT the button normally used to open and clo

Gate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds oftransmiss

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped1. Place the shift lever in PARK.2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position.3. Push the key and cylinder inwa

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 ButtonTo re-program a channel that has been previouslytrained, follow these steps:1. Turn the ignition switch to the

General InformationThis device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and IndustryCanada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This

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

held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully closed,press and hold switch until sunroof has completelystopped moving.Express ModePress the switch fo

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

WARNING!To Avoid Serious Injury or Death:•Do not use a Three-Prong Adapter.•Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.•Do not touch with wet hand

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCAUTION!•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when not inuse (i.e.,

CONSOLE FEATURESWARNING!Do not operate this vehicle with the console compart-ment lid in the open position. Cell phones, musicplayers, and other hand-

CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo Light/Removable Self RechargingFlashlight — If EquippedThe dual-function light is mounted in the headlinerabove the cargo are

Removing Flashlight Three-Press SwitchUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1573

NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place theshift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem-porarily in the ignition cylinder. If this

Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If EquippedTo cover the cargo area:1. Grasp the center portion of the cover flap. Pull it overthe cargo area.2. Insert

3. Remove right side from cargo area.4. Remove assembly from the vehicle.Removable Load FloorThe cargo area load floor is removable and can bewashed w

Cargo Tie-Down LoopsThere are four D-rings tie-down loops in the lower trimfor securing cargo. The tie-downs located on the cargoarea floor should be

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

REAR WINDOW FEATURESRear Window Wiper/WasherA switch on the right side of the steering column controlsoperation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rot

Adding Washer FluidThe fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and therear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is locatedin the front of the

CAUTION!Use care when washing the inside of the rear windowto prevent damage to heating elements. Use a softcloth and a mild washing solution, wiping

CAUTION!• To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOTcarry any loads on the roof rack without cross rails installed.The load should be secur

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ...170䡵 Instrument Cluster — Premium ...171䡵 Instrument

SENTRY KEY姞The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unautho-rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or

䡵 Electronic Digital Clock ...194▫ Clock Setting Procedure...195䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single-Disc)Radio With Optio

䡵 Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc)Radio With Navigation System ...217▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio —If Equipped ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Outlet 5 — Glove Box 9 — Hazard Warning Flasher2 — Demisters 6 — Storage Bin 10 — ESP OFF Switch — If Equipped3 — Ins

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUMUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1714

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door LocationWhen the ignition switch is in the ON position,the pointer will show the level of fuel

4. Oil Pressure Warning LightShows low engine oil pressure. The light will comeon and remain on when the ignition switch isturned from the OFF to the

10. Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light — If EquippedThis light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) described elsewhere in this manual. Thislight will

13. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning LightThis light warns of an overheated engine condi-tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chimewill

Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), are alsoequipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).In the event of an EBD failure, the Bra

17. Temperature GaugeIf the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrumentcluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle.Idle the vehic

•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys威,or any other transponder-equipped components onthe same key chain will not cause a key-related(transp

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

TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace-ment or alternate tires and wheels all

U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer ofvehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser thecorrect mileage that the vehicle has b

26. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)This light is part of an Onboard Diagnosticsystem called OBD II that monitors emissions,engine, and automatic tra

30. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator LightThe malfunction light for the ESP is combinedwith BAS. The yellow “ESP/BAS WarningLight” comes o

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPEDThe Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive display. It i

•Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a singlechime)•Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)•P

cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (afterperforming the scheduled maintenance) refer to the fol-lowing procedure.1. Turn the ignition s

•Distance To Empty (DTE)•Elapsed Time•Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)•Personal SettingsTo Reset The DisplayPressing and holding the EVIC button once will

Distance To Empty (DTE)Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled withthe fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance isdetermined by a

Customer Key ProgrammingIf you have two valid Sentry Keys威, you can programnew Sentry Keys威 to the system by performing thefollowing procedure:1. Cut

Use the EVIC button to display one of the followingchoices:LanguageWhen in this display you may select different languagesfor all display nomenclature

Sound Horn with Remote Key LockWhen ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur whenthe RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This featuremay be s

Delay Power Off to Accessories Until ExitWhen this feature is selected the power windowswitches, radio, hands–free system, power sunroof, andpower out

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

To Set the Variance With the ignition in the ON position,quickly (less than one second) press and release the EVICbutton several times until you have

EVIC button will place the Compass in calibration mode.The Cal indicator will come on continuously in the EVICdisplay, to indicate that the compass is

TWO TYPES OF SIGNALSThere are two basic types of radio signals: AM orAmplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted soundcauses the amplitude, or heig

Clock Setting Procedure1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con-trol knob.3. After th

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

NOTE: In Hands-Free Phone (if equipped) mode, theMUTE button mutes the microphone.SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Canada Inc

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

TUNE Control (Radio Mode)Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase orcounterclockwise to decrease the frequency.AM/FM Button (Radio Mode)Pres

selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but-ton, the station will continue to play but will not bestored into pushbutton memory.You may ad

•If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CDplayer.•This radio does not play discs wit

Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through thetracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forwardfeature. If the RW button is pressed, th

MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from thespeakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will display. Press the MUTE button asecond time and th

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — IfEquippedRefer to the “Satellite Radio” section of this Owner’sManual.SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) R

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

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

AM/FM Button (Radio Mode)Press the button to select AM or FM Modes.Setting the Tone, Balance, and FadePress the rotary TUNE control, and BASS will dis

Toggle the PTY button to select the following formattypes:Program Type16 Digit-CharacterDisplayNo program type or un-definedNoneAdult Hits Adult_HitsA

To Disarm The Security Alarm System1. Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter.2. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key威 willdisarm the Security Ala

By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon isdisplayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequencystation with the same selected PTY name. The P

Operating Instructions - (CD Mode for CD AudioPlay)NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.NOTE: This Radio is

SEEK Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Press the right side of the SEEK button for the nextselection on the CD. Press the left side of the button tore

Radio display will show ⬙EJECTING DISC⬙ when the discis being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc.Press and hold the LOAD/ EJT button for f

RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Modefor CD Audio Play)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the

•Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a3-character extension)•Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a3-character extension)Multisession dis

Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are notsupported.Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all

PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. Afterthe radio displays ⬙LOAD DISC⬙ insert the CD into theplayer.Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ wh

TUNE Control (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Pressing the TUNE control allows the adjustment ofTone, Balance, and Fade.AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Switch

SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIOWITH NAVIGATION SYSTEMSatellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3Capability (REC) - combines a Global-P

To Unlock The Doors And LiftgatePress and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door or twiceto unlock all

REC Setting the ClockGPS ClockThe GPS receiver used in this system is synchronized tothe time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites. Thesatelli

4. To turn daylight savings on or off, select “DaylightSavings” and press ENTER. Select “On” or “Off” andpress ENTER.5. Select DONE to exit from the c

3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the SelectEncoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press ENTER. PressENTER again to decrease the clock by another

number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site atwww.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana-dian residents.Electronic Serial Number/Sirius

With the ignition in the ACC position and the radio off,press the CD Eject and SET buttons simultaneously untilthe 12 digits of the ESN/SID appear on

Storing And Selecting Preset ChannelsIn addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM preset stations, youmay also commit 12 satellite stations to pushbuttonmemory.

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

The left-hand control is a rocker type switch with apushbutton in the center. The function of the left-handcontrol is different depending on which mod

CD/DVD MAINTENANCETo keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take thefollowing precautions:1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching thesurface.

CLIMATE CONTROLSClimate ControlsThe Climate Control System allows you to balance thetemperature, amount, and direction of air circulatingthroughout th

activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN-LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.5. If the desired programming was not achieved or t

Bi-LevelAir is directed through the panel and floor outlets.NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between theupper and lower outlets for added co

NOTE: For maximum airflow to the rear seat passen-gers, the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed, sothat the left center outlet is directed to

Circulation ControlUse this button to choose betweenoutside air intake or recirculationof the air inside the vehicle. Alamp will illuminate when youar

MAX A/CFor maximum cooling select theair direction to either the Panel orBi-Level position using the modecontrol. Press the A/C button andthe recircul

Operating Tips232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Window FoggingVehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mildrainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, set modeto the mix or defrost positi

Side Window DemistersA side window demister outlet is at each end of theinstrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct airtoward the side window

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

䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped ...249▫ AutoStick威 Operation ...249▫ AutoStick威 General Information ...250䡵 Four-Wheel

䡵 Brake System ...278▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) —If Equipped ...279䡵 Power Steering ...

To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock”NOTE: The “Flash Lights With Lock” feature can beturned on or off. On EVIC equipped vehicles refer to⬙Personal Set

▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ...316䡵 Vehicle Loading ...317▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...317䡵 TrailerTo

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!Never lea

Normal StartingNormal starting of either a cold or a warm engine doesnot require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.Simply turn the ignition

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

MANUAL TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPEDWARNING!You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended without having the parkingbrake fully applied.

For most city driving, you will find it easier to use onlythe lower gears. For steady highway driving with lightaccelerations, 5th gear is recommended

CAUTION!If you skip more than one gear while downshiftingor downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you coulddamage the engine, transmission, or clutch

CAUTION!Damage to the transaxle may occur if the followingprecautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete s

Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemThis system prevents you from moving the shift lever outof PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal ispressed.

PARKSupplements the parking brake by locking the transmis-sion. The engine can be started in this range. Never usePARK while the vehicle is in motion.

Use the following procedure to program additional RKEtransmitters if the vehicle is not equipped with SentryKey威:1. Enter your vehicle and close all d

The following indicators should be used to ensure thatyou have engaged the transmission shift lever into thePARK position:•When shifting into PARK, fi

AUTOSTICK姞 — IF EQUIPPEDAutostick威 is a driver-interactive transmission that offerssix manual ratio changes to provide you with morecontrol. Autostick

Autostick威 operation is activated in the DRIVE positionby moving the shift lever side-to-side. Moving the shiftlever to the (+) side will activate Aut

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IFEQUIPPEDThis feature provides full time, on-demand, 4–WheelDrive (4WD).Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if a

FREEDOM DRIVE II – SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVINGOff-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle CharacteristicsThe Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package has excellent onand off

•Unique springs fora1in(2.5cm)ofincreased rideheight•Fog lamps•Seat height adjust•Three-mode Electronic Stability Program (ESP)•Hilldescent control•Un

Freedom Drive II – Off-Road FeaturesThe following are key off-road features which are activewhen the system has the 4WD lock lever engaged and isin th

•Unique Engine Calibration – When the system hasthe 4WD lock lever engaged and is in the LowOff-Road mode or reverse, the engine calibrationchanges to

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Water Fording CharacteristicsWater fording characteristic is the vehicle’s ability tocross a body of still water, where the powertrain anddrivetrain a

14. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60seconds from when the original chime was heard. After60 seconds, all programmed RKE transmitters

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The Basics of Off-Road DrivingYou will encounter many types of terrain driving off-road. You should be familiar with the terrain and areabefore procee

When To Use Low (L Off-Road) with the 4WDLock Lever EngagedWhen driving off-road, shift into low (L Off-Road) andactivate the 4WD LOCK. This will prov

CAUTION!On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at highengine RPM’s or vehicle speeds because engine brak-ing may cause skidding and loss of contro

CAUTION!Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating andtotal loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tireunseating, while at a reduced tire pr

Crossing Large RocksWhen approaching large rocks, choose a path whichensures you drive over the largest of them with yourtires. This will lift your un

Crossing LogsTo cross a log, approach it at a slight angle (approxi-mately 10 to 15 degrees). This allows one front tire to beon top of the log while

feel confident with the vehicle and your abilities. Youshould always climb hills straight up and down. Neverattempt to climb a hill on an angle.•Befor

WARNING!Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turnaround on a steep grade. Driving across an inclineincreases the risk of a rollover, which may

WARNING!Driving across an incline increases the risk of arollover, which may result in severe injury.•If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway – If you s

1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter buttonsfacing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halv

Driving Through WaterExtreme care should be taken crossing any type of water.Water crossings should be avoided if possible, and onlybe attempted when

•Before You Cross Any Type Of Water – As youapproach any type of water you need to determine ifyou can cross it safely and responsibly. If necessary,

•Crossing Ditches, Streams, Shallow Rivers Or OtherFlowing Water – Flowing water can be extremelydangerous. Never attempt to cross a fast runningstrea

softer surfaces such as sand and lighter vehicles. You willneed to experiment to determine what is right for yoursituation. It is easier and faster to

surroundings, then using a tow strap to the vehicle towhooks would be fast and easy. If the vehicle is severelyhung up or in a situation where great c

CAUTION!Damage can occur when spinning your tires at anexcessive high speed. Do not spin your tires fasterthan an indicated 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not s

WARNING!Never use tow straps with end hooks or link twostraps with a clevis pin. These heavy metal objectscould become projectiles if a strap breaks,

WARNING!Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may causeexcessive wear or unpredictable braking. You mightnot have full braking power when you ne

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

brake pedal, pull up slightly on the lever, then depressthe button on the end of the lever and push the lever fullydown toward the floor.NOTE: The par

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksUse the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors frominside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the dooris closed, t

WARNING!•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could

If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa-bility, the remaining system will still function with someloss of overall braking effectivenes

WARNING!•The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys-ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increasebraking or steering efficiency beyond that

When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), youmay also hear a slight clicking sound as well as somerelated motor noises. These noises are the sy

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

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATIONTIRE MARKINGSNOTE:•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molde

Tire Sizing ChartTIRE SIZING TERMSSize Designation:P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger Car tire base

TIRE SIZING TERMSService Description:95 = Load Index— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carryH = Speed Symbol— A symbol ind

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

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

CAUTION!An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.Always remove the key from the ignition and lock allof the doors when leaving the vehicle unat

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

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

WARNING!•Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.You could lose control of your vehicle.•Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicl

The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well asinspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at leastonce a month. Use a good quality poc

Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mindwhen checking tire pressure inside a ga

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

DO NOT install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compac

Tire SpinningWhen stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, DONOT spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48km/h) or for longer than 30 seco

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

3. All doors are closed.4. The throttle is pressed.5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h).6. The doors were not previously locked using the po

Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at thispoint.Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including, but n

WARNING!DO NOT use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinations ofunapproved tires and wheels may change

Alignment And BalancePoor suspension alignment may result in:•Fast tire wear.•Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sidedwear.•Vehicle pull to

type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main-tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels and contribute toa smooth, quiet ride.Follow the r

pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven - thisis normal and there should be no adjustment for thisincreased pressure.•The TPMS will warn

CAUTION!•The TPMS has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures andwarnings have been established for the tire sizeequ

•Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure inthe tire.Base System — If EquippedThis is

The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash onand off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a systemfault is detected. The system fault w

4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime willsound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lightwill flash on and off for 75 seconds and t

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsThe Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi-nate in the instrument cluster and an audible ch

Auto UnlockThe doors will unlock automatically on vehicles withpower door locks if:1. The Auto Unlock feature is enabled.2. The transmission was in ge

graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flash-ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extin-guish once the updated tire pressure(s

will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault canoccur with any of the following scenarios:1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next

limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle mayneed to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25km/h) in order for the TPMS to recei

FUEL REQUIREMENTSGASOLINE ENGINESYour vehicle is designed to meet all emis-sion regulations and provide excellent fueleconomy when using high-quality

Gasoline/Oxygenate BlendsSome fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen-ates are required in

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

Carbon Monoxide WarningsWARNING!Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.Follow the precautions below to prevent carbonmonoxide poisoning:•Do n

After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cableover a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps thegas cap suspended away from and pr

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

the vehicle is started. Refer to “Onboard DiagnosticSystem — OBD II” in Section 7 of this manual for moreinformation.CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system

4. A single chime will indicate the completion of theprogramming.NOTE: Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlockfeatures in accordance with local laws.C

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

Tongue Weight (TW)The Tongue Weight is the downward force exerted on thehitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be lessthan 10% or more

WARNING!An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitchsystem may reduce handling, stability, and brakingperformance, and could result in an accident

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Towing Tips — Automatic TransmissionThe automatic transmission fluid and filter should bechanged if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than45 minute

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)Recreational To

CAUTION!•DO NOT FLAT TOW any vehicle equipped withan AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. Damage to thedrivetrain will result. If these vehicles requiretowing, make s

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ...332䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ...332䡵 Automatic Transaxle Ov

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe flasher switch is located on the instrumentpanel, below the radio. Depress the switch andboth cluster indicators and all fro

the engine cooling system and turning off the A/Cremoves this heat. You can also turn the Temperaturecontrol to maximum heat, the Mode control to floo

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!•Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushe

Spare Tire StowageThe spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in thecargo area.Spare Tire RemovalLift up the load floor cover and remove the ho

Jacking InstructionsWARNING!Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help preventpersonal injury or damage to your vehicle:• Always park on a

1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from thespare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the leftto loosen the lug wrench, and remove the

POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPEDPower Window SwitchesThe driver’s door panel has up-down switches that giveyou finger-tip control of all four power windows

3. There are two front jacking locations and two rearjacking locations on each side of the body. The frontlocations are outlined by two triangular cut

7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left.8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrenchwhile tightening the wheel nuts. Alte

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES DUE TO A LOWBATTERYWARNING!Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan wheneverthe hood is raised. It can start anytime the i

WARNING!Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelrysuch as watch bands or bracelets that might make aninadvertent electrical contact. You could b

WARNING!Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allowbattery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’tlean over the battery when attac

front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-VERSE and 1st gear. Usually the least accelerator pedalpressure to maintain the rocking motion with

2All TransaxlesCAUTION!If the vehicle being towed requires steering, theignition switch must be in the ACC position, not inthe LOCK position.Do not at

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — Gasoline ...348䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...349▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap

▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ...362▫ Body Lubrication ...363▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...363▫ Windshield W

▫ Auxiliary Off-Road Light ...393䡵 Fluids And Capacities ...395䡵 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ...396▫ Engin

Window Lockout SwitchThe window lockout switch on the driver’s door allowsyou to disable the window control on the other doors. Todisable the window c

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — GASOLINE348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

RESET button to turn off the message. If the problempersists, the message will appear the next time thevehicle is started. This might indicate a damag

5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen:a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and thenreturn to being fully illuminated u

AUTHORIZED DEALER SERVICEYour authorized dealer has the qualified service person-nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all serviceoperations in

The best time to check the engine oil level is about fiveminutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do notcheck oil level before starting the en

Change Engine OilRefer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 forrecommended engine oil change intervals.Engine Oil Selection (Gasoline Engines)Fo

Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-ber should not be used.Synthetic Engine O

Drive Belt — Check ConditionCheck the drive belt condition. Refer to the “MaintenanceSchedule” in Section 8 of this manual.Inspect the drive belt for

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

Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closedwithout using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze theliftgate release and pull the liftgate open

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is i

WARNING!The air cleaner can provide a measure of protectionin the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the aircleaner unless such removal is necessa

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

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

Refrigerant Recovery And RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Ag

Body LubricationLocks and all body pivot points, including such items asseat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should belubricated periodically

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.2. Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem-bly down along the

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

Cooling System — Drain, Flush And RefillRefer to “Maintenance Schedule” under Section 8.If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amountof s

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

WARNING!•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and yourpassengers could be injured by these fumes.

WARNING!•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” onthe cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-caution. Never add coolant when the engine isoverheate

When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Donot overfill.Points To RememberNOTE: When t

•Do not change the thermostat for summer or winteroperation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs

Brake SystemIn order to assure brake system performance, all brakesystem components should be inspected periodically.Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” u

NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be done when-ever the brake system is serviced and at every engine oilchange.WARNING!Worn brake hoses can burst

WARNING!Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initialboiling point or is unidentified as to specification,may result in sudden brake failure duri

steel belt traction on the drive and driven pulleys. Referto “Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts” for correctfluid type.CAUTION!Using a transmission

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

the fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained be-tween the bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 in (4 mm) belowthe fill hole.Add fluid, if necessary,

Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using Mopar威 Car Wash or a mildcar wash soap, and rinse the panels complet

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

•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause which destroys the paint and protectivecoating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as p

•For grease stains, apply Mopar威 Multi-purposeCleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain.Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.•Do n

Cleaning HeadlightsYour vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter andless susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.Plastic is not as

Instrument Panel BezelsCAUTION!When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.Some air freshene

FUSES/INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)An Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in theengine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. Thiscenter cont

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription13 20 AmpYellowPwr run/Acc OutletRR14 10 AmpRedIOD CCN/ InteriorLighting15 40 AmpGreenRAD Fan Relay Bat-tery F

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription29 Hot Car (No Fuse Re-quired)30 20 AmpYellowHeated Seats31 10 AmpRedHeadlamp WasherRelay Control32 30 AmpPink

CAUTION!•When installing the IPM cover, it is important toensure the cover is properly positioned and fullylatched. Failure to do so may allow water t

LIGHTS BULBS — Exterior Bulb No.Low Beam/High Beam Headlight ... H13Front Park/Turn Signal/SideMarker Light ... 3157AK or 3157

2. Reach into engine compartment and pull red lock outat connector.3. Remove the green connector from the back of the bulbby pulling straight back.Rel

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

4. Twist the bulb to the left and pull outward fromassembly.NOTE: These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touchthe bulb with your fingers. Body oils

Fog LightsSee your authorized dealer for replacement.Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights— Replacement1. Remove the two push-pins from the

2. Grasp the tail light and pull firmly to disengage thelight from the aperture panel.3. Twist and remove socket from the lightl.Pulling Lamp From Bod

4. Remove bulb from socket and replace.License Lights1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of thesnap tab to remove the light from the

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.3. Pull the bulb from the socket.Center High-Mounted StoplightLight is an LED assembly. See your author

Auxiliary Off-Road Light1. Remove the three screws attaching the lens to thehousing.2. Unlatch the wire clasp securing the bulb into thehousing and ro

3. Disconnect the bulb from the light harness to replacethe bulb.Disconnecting Bulb394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 13.5 Gal 51.0 LEngine Oil-With FilterAll Gasoline Engines (use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil)

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

ChassisComponent Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine PartsAutomatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid Mopar威 CVTF + 4Manual Transaxle Fluid Mopar威 ATF+4 MS9602Rear Dri

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ...400䡵 Maintenance Schedule ...400▫ Required Maintenance Inte

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type,must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensureth

NOTE:•The oil change indicator message will not monitor thetime since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oilif it has been six months since you

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

Required Maintenance IntervalsPerform Maintenance Every (Where time and mile-age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mile-age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or MonthsChan

† This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturerto the owner, but is not required to maintain emissionswarranty.WARNING!You can be badly injured

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining ServiceForYourVehicle ...409▫ Prepare For The Appointment ...

WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high onyour body, possibly causing

䡵 Publication Order Forms ...414䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ...415▫ Treadwear ...

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

high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized deal-ers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, specialtools, and the latest informatio

In Mexico contact:Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240Sante Fe C.P. 05109Mexico, D. F.In Mexico City: 5081-4568Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-13

Contract, and you require service after the manufactur-er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please referto the contract documents, and contact t

MOPAR姞 PARTSMopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from an authorized dealer. They will help keepthe vehicle operating at its

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

Call toll free at:•1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)•1–800–387–1143 (Canada)OrVisit us on the Worldwide Web at:•www.techauthority.comDEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

WARNING!The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does notinclude acceleration, cornering, hydrop

INDEX10

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

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... 279Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...367Adding Fuel ... 314Adding Washe

BallJoints ...362Battery ... 359Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ...24Belts,Drive ...

Caution, Exhaust Gas ... 69CD (Compact Disc) Player ...195,203CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance ... 226Cellular

Pressure Cap ...367Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 366Corrosion Protection ... 376Crankcase Emis

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ... 138Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ...183Emergency, In Case ofJacking ...

Fluid, Brake ...397Fluid Capacities ...395Fluid Leaks ...71Fluid Level ChecksA

Gasoline, Reformulated ...312GaugesCoolant Temperature ... 177Fuel ...172Odometer ...

Instrument Cluster ... 172Instrument Panel and Controls ...170Instrument Panel Cover ... 380Instrument

Daytime Running ...122Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...121Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ...

Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 181,350Manual, Service ... 414Manual Transaxle ...239,242,374Downs

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

Materials Added to ... 355Recommendation ...354,395Synthetic ...355Viscosity ...

Programmable Electronic Features ... 187Programming Transmitters(Remote Keyless Entry) ...22Radial Ply Tires ...

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ... 70Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...71Safety Defects, Reporting ... 413Safety

Setting the Clock ...195,197,205,218Settings, Personal ...187Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle ...243Shoulde

Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ... 64Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...18Theft System (Security Alarm) ... 18Tie Do

Guide ...321Recreational ...329Weight ...321Towing Assistance ...

Unleaded Gasoline ...311Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ... 370VanityMirrors... 82Variance, Compass .

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTINGEQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into thisvehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to

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

3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right headrestraint.4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini-latch plate into the mini-

6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, be

9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle forstorage, insert the regular latch pl

The pretensioners are triggered by the Airbag ControlModule (refer to information on Airbags in this section).Like the front airbags, the pretensioner

3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to theON position, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver orfront passenger seat belt at least thr

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4䡵 Rollover Warning ... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual ...

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

The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. Thismay allow the airbag to have different rates of inflationthat are based on collision severity

WARNING!• Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers orattempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbagsand you could be injured

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimizethe risk of harm from a deploying airbag.1. Children 12 years old and younger should ride buck-led

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

•Front Acceleration Sensors•Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt PretensionersHow The Airbag System Works•The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) dete

•The Driver and Front Passenger Airbag/InflatorUnits are located in the center of the steering wheeland the passenger side of the instrument panel. Wh

If A Deployment OccursThe airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORCdetects a moderate-to-severe collision, to help restrain thedriver and front

WARNING!Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli-sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.Enhanced Accide

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

INTRODUCTIONThis Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and ma

Event Data Recorder (EDR)In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed torecord up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-eters (see l

custodial entity upon request. General data that does notidentify particular vehicles or crashes may be released forincorporation in aggregate crash d

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

Infants And Small ChildrenThere are different sizes and types of restraints forchildren from newborn size to the child almost largeenough for an adult

•The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh-ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too smallto fit the vehicle’s seat belts prop

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

•If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling andpushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnectthe latch plate from the buckle, turn the

fixed lower attachments must be installed in the out-board positions only. Regardless of the specific type oflower attachment, NEVER install LATCH-com

Child restraints systems having attachments designed toconnect to the lower anchorages are now available. Childrestraints having tether straps and hoo

rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equippedwith a tether strap with a hook and means for adjustingthe tension in the strap.In general, you

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

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

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-in period is not required for the engine inyour new vehicle.Drive moderately during the first 300 mi (500

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the enginerunning, adjust your heating or cooling controls to forceoutside air into the vehicle. Se

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make OutsideThe VehicleTiresExamine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wearpatterns. Check for stones, nails,

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...78▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ...78▫ Outside

䡵 Seats ...109▫ Front Seat Adjustment ...109▫ Manual Seat Height Adjustment —If Equipped ...

䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers ...127▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ...127▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...128▫ Windshield

▫ Using HomeLink威 ...147▫ Reprogramming A SingleHomeLink威 Button ...148▫ Security ...148▫

䡵 Rear Window Features ...162▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...162▫ Rear Window Defroster ...163䡵 Roof Luggage Rac

6 INTRODUCTION

MIRRORSInside Day/Night Mirror — If EquippedAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two-point pivot system allows for horizo

Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the flat (driver’s side) outside mirror to center onthe adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of theview

Folding Outside Mirrors — If EquippedThe exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved,manually, either forward or rearward to resist damage.The hinges

To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the leftor right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wandin the direction you want the mirro

Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedTo use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swingthe mirror cover upward.Sun Visor Sliding FeatureThe sun visors may

NOTE: The UConnect威 system requires a cellular phoneequipped with the Bluetooth威⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙ Ver-sion 0.96 or higher. See the UConnect威 websi

Phone ButtonThe rearview mirror contains the microphonefor the system (depending on the type ofmirror and radio equipped), and either theradio or the

•For certain operations, compound commands can beused. For example, instead of saying ⬙Setup⬙ and then⬙Phone Pairing,⬙ the following compound commandc

To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer-ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. TheUConnect威 website may also provide detailed instru

Dial by Saying a Number•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Dial.⬙•The system will prompt you to say

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also con

Add Names to Your UConnect威 PhonebookNOTE: Adding names to the phonebook is recom-mended when the vehicle is not in motion.•Press the PHONE button to

NOTE:•The phone handset must support Bluetooth威 OBEXtransfers of phonebook entries to use this feature.•Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if t

⬙Phonebook Edit⬙ can be used to add another phonenumber to a name entry that already exists in the phone-book. For example, the entry John Doe may hav

•Note that only the phonebook in the current languageis deleted.List All Names in the UConnect威 Phonebook•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - CallCurrently in ProgressIf a call is currently in progress and you have anotherincoming call, you will hear the s

Three-Way CallingTo initiate three-way calling, press the “Voice Recogni-tion” button while a call is in progress, and make asecond phone call, as des

•After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call cancontinue on the UConnect威 system for a certain dura-tion, after which the call is automatically

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Emergency⬙ and the UConnect威 system will instructthe paired cellular phone to call the emergency

PagingTo learn how to page, refer to ⬙Working with AutomatedSystems.⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers ofcertain companies, which time out a li

send the corresponding phone number associated withthe phonebook entry, as tones over the phone.NOTE:•You may not hear all of the tones due to cellula