Dodge 2006 Charger SRT8 Uživatelský manuál

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

▫ Power Windows ...24䡵 Trunk Lock And Release...27䡵 Occupant Restraints...28▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe wipers and washers are operated by themulti-function lever. The lever is located on theleft side of the steering colu

Mist FeaturePush the wiper lever in to activate a single wipe to clearoff road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long asthe lever is pushed in,

The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluidwhen “Low Washer Fluid” (Electronic Vehicle Informa-tion Center equipped vehicles), or the

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronicbrake control system that includes ABS (Anti-Lock BrakeSystem), TCS

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

WARNING!ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot preventthe natural laws of physics from acting on thevehicle, nor can it increase the traction affor

Partial OffThis mode is entered by momentarily depressing the⬙ESP Control Switch⬙. When in ⬙Partial Off⬙ mode theTCS portion of ESP as been disabled a

Full OffThis mode is intended for off-highway or off-road useonly and should not be used on any public roadways.This mode is entered by depressing and

If the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes oncontinuously with the engine running, a mal-function has been detected in either the ESP orthe BAS system, or bo

To Activate:Push and release the speed control lever (“ON/OFF”)once and an LED on the lever will illuminate indicatingthat the electronic speed contro

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYou can insert the double sided keys into the locks witheither side up.The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode

To Vary the Speed Setting:When the speed control is set, speed can be increased bypushing the lever up and holding (“ACC/RES”). Whenthe lever is relea

OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPEDThe overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights,an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink威),storage for s

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDThe HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices

The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive display which includesHomeLink system messages. The EVIC is located in

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

complete the programming of a rolling code equippeddevice (most common garage door openers require thisstep).6. At the garage door opener receiver (mo

display will show “Channel X Trained” (where X isChannel 1, 2, or 3). Proceed with ⬙Programming⬙ stepfour to complete.Using HomeLinkTo operate, simply

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:•This device may no

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

Pinch Protect OverrideIf a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,press the switch forward and hold for two seconds afterthe reversal

Refer to Personal Settings in the electronic vehicle infor-mation center (EVIC) Section of this manual for details.WARNING!Leaving children in a vehic

Ignition Off OperationThe power sunroof switches remain active for 10 minutesafter the ignition switch has been turned off. Openingeither front door w

NOTE:If desired, the power outlet next to the ash trayreceiver (if equipped) can be converted by your autho-rized dealer to provide power with the ign

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

Front Seat Cupholders — PremiumThe cupholders are located in the forward edge of thecenter console.Push down on the cover as shown to expose the cupho

STORAGEConsole FeaturesThe center console includes a large internal storage bin.The storage bin has a rubber mat for noise control. Thebin is also lar

•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rearaxle. Too much weight or improperly placed weightover or behind the rear axle can cause the rear

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls...130䡵 Instrument Cluster...131䡵 Instrument Clust

▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...157▫ Operating Instructions — Tape Player ...160▫ Seek Button ...160▫ Fast Forw

▫ Satellite Antenna ...172▫ Reception Quality ...172䡵 Navigation System (Sales Code REC) — IfEquipped...

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to bearmed or activated. Operation of the system is automaticregardless of whether or not the vehicle

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1314

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

immediate service is required and you may experiencereduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or en-gine stall and your vehicle may require towing.

9. Turn Signal IndicatorsThe arrow will flash with the exterior turn signalwhen the turn signal lever is operated.If the vehicle electronics sense tha

13. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WarningLight/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning LightThe yellow ESP/BAS warning light in theinstrument cluster c

19. Electronic Vehicle Information Center DisplayWhen the appropriate conditions exist, this displayshows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (E

the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi-mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unlessthe parking brake is applied or a br

23. Anti-Lock Brake Light — If EquippedThis light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System.The light will turn on when the ignition switchis turned to the

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC)The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive display. It is located in t

At the time of purchase, the original owner is providedwith a four digit PIN number. This number is requiredfor dealer replacement of keys. Duplicatio

The system allows the driver to select information bypressing the following switches mounted on the steeringwheel:Press and release the MENU button an

•Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in Park•Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a singlechime if speed is above 1 mph)•Left/Right

•Distance To Empty (DTE)Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled withthe fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance isdetermined us

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

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

To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON. Pressand hold the compass button for approximately 2 sec-onds. Use the SCROLL buttons until “Compass

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatthe U-Connect phone is currently in roaming.The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatyou have voice

menu. When the Map display is active, pressing theFUNCTION SELECT button will change the NavigationUnit Display to the Menu.Turn By Turn DirectionsIf

NOTE:UConnect™ language will not change using theEVIC. Please refer to “Language Selection” in theHANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — IFEQUIPPED se

“Delay Turning Headlamps Off”When this feature is selected the driver can choose tohave the headlamps remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 secondswhen exiti

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

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO ANDHANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITYNOTE:The radio sales code is located on the l

SEEK Button (Radio Mode)Press and release the SEEK button to search for the nextlistenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (ifequipped) mode. Pre

4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune / Audiocontrol.5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait 5 seconds.RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the rewi

selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button,the station will continue to play but will not be storedinto push-button memory.You may add a

SEEK Button (CD Mode)Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next trackon the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to thebeginning

Press the RND button a second time to stop RandomPlay.Operation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichall

RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode)No function.RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode)No function.Mode Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press the mode button repeatedly to select be

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

3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side Tune/ Audio control to set the minutes. The minutes willbegin to blink.4. Adjust the minutes usi

Press the rotary TUNE control again to exit setting tone,balance and fade.RND/PTY Button (Radio Mode)Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mo

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

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

Tape EjectPress this button and the cassette will disen-gage and eject from the radio.Scan ButtonPress this button to play 10 seconds of each selectio

Inserting Compact Disc(s)CAUTION!This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechani

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 5

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

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may

To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommendedto use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create asingle-session disc, enable the Disc at

INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Press and INFO button while playing MP3 or WMA disc.The radio scrolls through the following TAG information:Song Tit

Operating Instructions - Video EntertainmentSystem (VES) (If Equipped)Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES)Guide.VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYST

Raising The DVD Screen Remote Control LocationUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1694

Automatic Door LocksThe doors will lock automatically on vehicles with powerdoor locks if all of the following conditions are met:1. The Auto Lock fea

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

ESN/SID Access With RAQ and RAK RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position andthe radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttonssimultan

Storing and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsIn addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, youmay also commit 12 satellite stations to push buttonmemo

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (SALES CODE REC) — IFEQUIPPEDNOTE:The radio sales code is located on the lowerright side of your radio faceplate.Navigation Radio wi

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLSThe remote sound system controls are located on thesurface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clockpositions.Some mode

The following describes the operation of the SCROLLbuttons in each mode:Radio OperationPressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the nextlistena

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

4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label isadhering flatly to the cassette.5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewinda loos

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

indicate the rear window defroster is ON. The defrosterautomatically turns off after about 10 minutes of opera-tion.CAUTION!To avoid damaging the elec

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

NOTE:To improve fuel economy, leave in defrost onlywhen necessary.Defrost/FloorAir flows through the front and rear floor outletsand the outlets at th

Window FoggingInterior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. TheDefrost/Floor mode can be used to

system to maintain by rotating the driver’s or passenger’scontrol knob. Once the comfort level is selected thesystem will maintain that level automati

adjusting the blower control knob (left knob) to aposition other than HI AUTO or LO AUTO.•Most of the time, when in Automatic operation, youcan tempor

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The operator can override the AUTO mode setting andselect the direction of the air by rotating the right modeknob to one of the following positions.•D

the rear window defroster is ON. The defroster automati-cally turns off after approximately 10 minutes of opera-tion for the first push of the button,

Winter OperationUse of the air Recirculation mode during winter monthsis not recommended because it may cause windowfogging.NOTE:See Operating Tips ch

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STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures...192▫ Normal Starting ...192䡵 Transmission Shifting...

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRYThis system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, openthe trunk, or activate the panic alarm from distances upto about 23 feet (

▫ Life Of Tire ...221▫ Replacement Tires ...222▫ Alignment And Balance ...223䡵 Tire Pressure Mon

䡵 Recreational Towing(Behind Motorhome, Etc.)...239▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle(Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On TheGr

STARTING PROCEDURESCAUTION!Long periods of engine idling, especially at highengine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera-tures which can damage

WARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictransmission cannot be started this way. Un-b

After StartingThe idle speed will automatically decrease as the enginewarms up.TRANSMISSION SHIFTING5 Speed Automatic TransmissionWARNING!Unintended m

Park PositionThe PARK position is to be used when parking thevehicle. Engage only with the vehicle stopped. The PARKposition is not intended to serve

NeutralNo power is transmitted from the engine to the driveaxle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can bemoved freely (pushed or towed). Do no

NOTE:To avoid overrevving the engine when theselector lever is moved in “D -” direction, the transmis-sion will not shift to a lower gear if the engin

A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to bedriven to a dealer for service. To reset the transmission,use the following procedure:1. Stop t

Automatic Transmission — General InformationCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into PA

To unlock the doors:Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock alldoors. The turn sign

•The electronically controlled transmission provides aprecise shift schedule. The transmission electronics areself-calibrating. Therefore, the first f

manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunc-tion indicator light to come on. Turn off the engine andrestart the engine to clear the malfunctio

An UPSHIFT message will appear in the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of your instru-ment cluster when using Autostick. This messa

PARKING BRAKEWhen the parking brake is applied with the ignitionswitch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster willturn on.NOTE:This light only

The parking brake should always be applied when thedriver is not in the vehicle.WARNING!•Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan-gerous for a

Anti-Lock Brake SystemThe Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehiclestability and brake performance under most brakingconditions. The system au

If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, itindicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake systemis not functioning and that service i

WARNING!The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticatedelectronic equipment that may be susceptible tointerference caused by improperly installed or

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

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

The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless youturn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time orif the vehicle speed is 15 mph (24 km/h)

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

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

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

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE:The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon either the face of the driver’s door or th

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

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from yourtrailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult thismanual to determine how this reduc

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

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

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ente

Transmitter Battery ServiceThe recommended replacement battery is one CR2032battery.NOTE:Do not touch the battery terminals that are onthe back housin

WARNING!High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi-mum load is dangerous. The added strain on yourtires could cause them to fail. You could have

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

Replacement TiresThe tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of manycharacteristics. They should be inspected regularly forwear and correct cold t

CAUTION!Replacing original tires with tires of a different sizemay result in false speedometer and odometer read-ings.Alignment And BalancePoor suspen

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System consists of thefollowing components:•Receiver Module•4 Wheel Sensors•Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale LampNOTE:Fo

NOTE:•The TPMS can inform the driver of a low tire pressurecondition.•The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance, nor to prov

Modules mounted in three of the four wheel wells,various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display Mes-sages in the EVIC, and Telltale Lamp.NOTE:For veh

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

The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of thefollowing licenses:United States ... KR5S120123Canada ...

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

To arm the system: Remove the key from the ignitionswitch and either:1. Press a power door lock switch while the driver’s orpassenger’s door is open.2

Tire Rotation — Standard TiresThe suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side”shown in the following diagram.Tire Rotation — All Season TiresThe su

mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to asmooth, quiet ride.GROUND CLEARANCECAUTION!Damage to the front and rear fascias can occur if yo

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

MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase the octane num-ber. Gasolines blended wit

•The use of fuel additives which are now being sold asoctane enhancers are not recommended. Most of theseproducts contain high concentrations of metha

ADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on theleft side of the vehicle. Push in on the left side (near

NOTE:•Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.This is an indication that the gas cap is properlytightened. If the gas cap is not secured

VEHICLE LOADINGThe load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in thecharts that follow. This information should be used forpassenger and luggage

OverloadingThe load carrying components (axle, springs, tires,wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactoryservice as long as you do not exc

FrontAxleRear AxleEmpty Weight 2054 lbs(932 kg)1805 lbs(819 kg )Load (Including driver, pass-sengers and cargo)271 lbs(123 kg)579 lbs(263 kg)Total 232

The Vehicle Theft Alarm system is designed to protectyour vehicle, however, you can create conditions wherethe system will give you a false alarm. If

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher...242䡵 If Your Engine Overheats...242䡵 TIREFIT Tire Repair...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe hazard flasher switch is located in the center of theinstrument panel below the center air outlets.To engage the Hazard Warn

removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperaturecontrol to maximum heat, the Mode control to floor, andthe fan control to High. This allows the he

The TIREFIT system is located under an access panel inthe rear compartment1. Air pump hose2. Power plug and cable3. Air pump switch4. Pressure gauge5.

WARNING!•Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicleclose to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoidthe danger of being hit when

5. Unscrew the valve cap from the valve on the deflatedtire.6. Screw the filler hose (6) from the sealant bottle (5) onthe tire valve.7. Insert the po

•Do not operate the electric air pump for more thaneight minutes to avoid overheating. The air pump maybe used again once it has cooled down.•Replace

WARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-mission cannot be started this way. Un

4. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the remotejump start positive battery post (A) in the engine com-partment. Connect the other end of the same

The window lock switch on the driver’s door allows youto disable the window controls on the passenger doors.When the lock switch is pressed the window

WARNING!Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger-ous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling ofthe rear wheels. You could lose control of

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

CAUTION!•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result.•The only approved m

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 6.1L Engine...255䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II...256䡵 Emissions Inspection And Main

▫ Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers ...270▫ Exhaust System ...270▫ Cooling System ...271▫ Hoses And Vacuum

6.1L ENGINE6.1L Engine CompartmentMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2557

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

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

If your OBD system is not ready, you should see yourauthorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle wasrecently serviced or had a battery failur

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

To close the window part way, lift the window switch tothe first detent and release when you want the window tostop.The power window switches remain a

Engine OilChecking Oil LevelTo assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil mustbe maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular

CAUTION!Operating the engine with the oil levels below thesafe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed thetop of the safe zone may cause engine

Engine Oil Viscosity ChartThe proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should beselected based on the following recommendation and bewithin the operat

inspected at the specified intervals, and replaced if re-quired. See your authorized dealer for service.At the mileage indicated in the maintenance sc

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

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

Maintenance-Free BatteryThe top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor isperiodic maintenance r

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

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

If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from allsurfaces. Refer to Fluids, Lubrica

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

Windshield Washers/Headlight WashersThe windshield washer system and the headlamp washersystem share the same fluid reservoir. The reservoir islocated

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 RefillAt the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules,the system should be drained, flushed and refilled.If the

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

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

humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant toenter the radiator.If an examination of y

Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted orcollapsed.Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-plings to make sure they are secure

NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be performedwhenever the brake system is serviced and at everyengine oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses f

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

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

With the ignition ON, the trunk open symbol will bedisplayed in the instrument cluster indicating that thetrunk is open. The odometer display will rea

Appearance Care and Protection from CorrosionProtection of Body and Paint from CorrosionVehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic l

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

Interior CareUse Mopar Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabricupholstery and Mopar Carpet Cleaner for carpeting.Interior Trim should be cleaned s

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

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

Cavity Fuse Circuits14 25 AmpClearPowertrain Control Module15 20 AmpYellowInjectors, Ignition Coils16 15 AmpDk. BluePowertrain Control Module17 30 Amp

Rear Power Distribution CenterThere is also a power distribution center located in therear compartment under an access panel. This centercontains fuse

Cavity Fuse Circuits3——4 40 AmpGreenBattery5 30 AmpPinkHeated Seat/Steering Column6 20 AmpYellowFuel Pump7——8 15 AmpDk. BlueIgnition Start/Run - Start

Cavity Fuse Circuits27 10 AmpRedAirbag/Occupant Classifica-tion Module28 10 AmpRedCurtain Airbag - if equipped29 5 AmpOrangeSentry Key/Remote KeylessE

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

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

LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb NumberLow Beam Headlamp... 9006High Beam Headlamp ... 9005Front Park/Turn Lamp ...

CAUTION!Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oilcontamination will severely shorten bulb life. If thebulb comes in contact with an oily surfac

Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, Tail/Turn Lamp,and Tail/Stop Lamp1. Open the Trunk.2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail lampassembly.3. Pu

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8. Pull the appropriate bulb to remove it from the socket.9. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach thetail light assembly.10. Close the

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (approximate)6.1 Liter Engines (Premium 91Octane)19 gal-lons72 litersEngine Oil-With Filter6.1 Liter Engines (SAE

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance...298䡵 Maintenance Schedules...298▫ Schedule “B” ...

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

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-vice).〫•Off-road or desert operation.NOTE:If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil e

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual... 4䡵 Warnings And Cautions... 6䡵

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

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

SCHEDULE “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. Changethe automatic transmission flu

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter,

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

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

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

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

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if no

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

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

WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion could ridetoo high on your body, possibly causing

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]Change engine

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle...314▫ Prepare For The Appointme

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

•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the dealership. Theywant to know if you need assistance.•If yo

Service ContractYou may have purchased a service contract for yourvehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-pected repairs after your man

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSIn the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If youbelieve that your vehicle has a defect which could causea crash or cause in

•Service Manuals.These comprehensive service manuals provide theinformation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshooti

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

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat andits ability to di

INDEX10

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ... 205Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 273Adding Fuel ... 235Adding Washer

Location ... 248,266Bearings ... 279Belts, Drive ... 262Body Mechanism Lubric

Contract, Service ... 316Coolant Pressure Cap ... 273Cooling System ... 271Adding Coolant (A

Emission Control System Maintenance ... 257,298Engine ... 255Air Cleaner ... 263Air Cleaner Filter

Folding Rear Seat ... 92Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ... 250Fuel ... 231Adding ...

High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)Switch ... 99Holder, Cup ... 122Homelink Transmitter ...

Bulb Replacement ... 289Courtesy/Reading ... 95Daytime Running ... 98Dimmer Switch, Headlight .

Exterior Folding ... 66Heated ... 67Outside ... 66Rearview ...

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageIn the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder beltcan be adjusted upward or downward to position the b

Outlet ... 120Seats ... 88Steering ... 207Steering, Checking ...

Seat Belt Reminder ... 34Seat Belts ... 29Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ... 33And Pregnant Wome

Steering Wheel Mounted Sound SystemControls ... 174Storage ... 124,289Storage, Vehicle ...

Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home ... 239Traction Control ... 103Trailer Towing ... 239Transmission ..

Windshield Washers ... 100,270Windshield Wiper Blades ... 269Windshield Wipers ... 100Wiper Blade Repl

NOTES

NOTES

Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)If the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt has not beenbuckled within 60 seconds of starting the veh

NOTE:Although the Enhanced Warning System(BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WarningLight will continue to illuminate while the driver’s o

Driver and Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - AirbagThis vehicle has front airbags for both the driver andfront passenger as a

This vehicle may also be equipped with left and rightside curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengerssitting next to a window. If the vehicle

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

2. You should read the instructions provided with yourchild restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.3. All occupants should use their se

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

Air Bag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller•Airbag Warning Light•Driver Airbag•Passenger Airba

•The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronicparts of the system whenever the ignition switch is inthe START or ON positions. These include a

requiring air bags. When the right front passenger seatis empty or when very light objects are placed on theseat, the passenger air bag will not infla

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

If there is a fault present in the OCS, the Airbag WarningLight (a red light located in the center of the instrumentcluster directly in front of the d

•Your vehicle has four Weight Sensors located betweenthe seat and the floor pan. The weight sensors measureapplied weight and transfers that informati

•Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seatcover.•Do not add a secondary seat cover other than thoseapproved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar.•At

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

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

the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler andothers to learn more about the possible causes of crashesand associated injuries in order to ass

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•Seatbelt status•Brake status (service and parking brakes)•Accelerator status (including vehicle speed)•Engine control status (including engine speed)

one year old and weigh at least 9 kg (20 lbs). Two typesof child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infantcarriers and “convertible” child seats.

•The restraint must be appropriate for your child’sweight and height. Check the label on the restraint forweight and height limits.•Carefully follow t

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming orslouching can move the belt out of position.•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child re

NOTE:When using the LATCH attaching system toinstall a child restraint, please ensure that all seat beltsnot being used for occupant restraints are st

plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make thechild restraint secure, try a different seating position.To attach a child restraint tether st

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnessesor pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-

WARNING!If you are required to drive with the trunk open,make sure that all windows are closed, and theclimate control blower switch is set at high sp

LightsHave someone observe the operation of exterior lightswhile you work the controls. Check turn signal and highbeam indicator lights on the instrum

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

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors...65▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...65▫ Automatic Di

▫ Lumbar Support ...90▫ Heated Seats—If Equipped ...90▫ Head Restraints ...91▫ Folding Rear Seat .

▫ ESP/BAS Warning Lamp And ESP/TCSIndicator Light ...107䡵 Electronic Speed Control...108▫ To Activate ...

䡵 Cupholders...122▫ Front Seat Cupholders — Standard ...122▫ Front Seat Cupholders — Premium ...123▫ Rear Seat Cuph

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

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

Power Remote-Control MirrorsThe power mirror switch is located on the driver’s doortrim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotaryknob selects

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

The rearview mirror contains the microphone for thesystem and the control buttons that will enable you toaccess the system. The diagram below shows th

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

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

The following are general phone to UConnect™ Systempairing instructions:•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following

Dial by Saying a Number•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Dial.⬙•System will prompt you to say t

•When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use oflong names helps the voice recognition and is recom-mended. For example, say ⬙Robert Smith⬙ or ⬙R

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

List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Phonebook List Names

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

•The UConnect™ system will call the last number thatwas dialed on your cellular phone. Note: this may notbe the last number dialed from the UConnect™

Emergency AssistanceIf you are in an emergency and the mobile phone isreachable:•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergencynumber for your area

PagingTo learn how to page, refer to section ⬙Working withAutomated Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except forpagers of certain companies which time-o

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

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

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

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

•Performance, such as, audio clarity, echo. and loud-ness to a large degree, rely on the phone and network,and not the UConnect™ system.•Echo at far e

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

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

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys...11▫ Ignition Key Removal ...11▫ Key-In-Ign

Lumbar SupportThis feature allows you to increase or decrease theamount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for-ward to increase and rearward to

Pressing the switch a second time will select low-levelheating. Pressing the switch a third time will shut theheating elements off.When high-temperatu

Folding Rear SeatThe rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide anadditional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in theillustration to fold dow

ADJUSTABLE PEDALSThis feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedalsto move toward or away from the driver to provideimproved position with the

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

WARNING!If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up whenthe vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.You could have a collision. Be sure

Interior LightsThe interior lights come on when a door is opened.The interior lights will automatically turn off 10 minutesafter the ignition switch i

Headlight SwitchThe headlight switch is located on the left side of theinstrument panel. This switch controls the operation ofthe headlights, parking

Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument PanelLightsRotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detentfor parking light and instrument panel ligh

If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, theywill turn off in the normal manner.NOTE:The lights must be turned off within 45 secondsof tu