Dodge 2008 RT Caravan Instrukcja Użytkownika

CaravanOWNER’S MANUAL20082008 Caravan81-226-0819 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKETransmitter To Memory ...156m To Open And Close The Hood ...158▫ Hood Safety Switch

▫ Power Inverter — If Equipped ...196▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off ...198m Sun Screens— If Equipped ...198m Cup Ho

MIRRORSManual Rear View Day/Night Mirror — If EquippedAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows

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

EXTERIOR MIRRORSSide View MirrorsTo receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slightoverla

Both mirrors will always move together and will foldanytime the button is pressed. The ignition switch doesnot have to be in the ON position.Power Rem

Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for thedirection you want the mirror to move.Driver’s power mirror preselected positions can be con-t

UConnectt allows you to transfer calls between thesystem and your cellular phone as you enter or exit yourvehicle and enables you tomute thesystem’s m

The UConnectt system can be used with any Hands-FreeProfile certified Bluetootht cellular phone. See theUConnectt website for supported phones. If you

example, you can use the combined form voice com-mand 9Phonebook New Entry,9 or you can break thecombined form command into two voice commands:9Phoneb

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

•When prompted, after the beep, say9Pair a Phone9 andfollow the audible prompts.•You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi-fication Number

user from dialing an invalid combination of numbers.For example, in the U.S., 234-567-890 is nine digitslong, which is not a valid U.S. phone number -

•When prompted, saythe name of the new entry. Use oflong names helps the voice recognition and it isrecommended. For example, say 9Robert Smith9 or9Ro

and you may see a message on the phone display thatthe Bluetootht link is busy. In this case, the user mustfirst disconnect or drop the Bluetootht con

Delete Entries in the UConnectt PhonebookNOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommendedwhen the vehicle is not in motion.•Press the PHONE button to be

List All Names in the UConnectt Phonebook•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say9Phonebook List Names.9

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 UConnectt system for a certain dura-tion, after which the call is automatically

•After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say9Emergency9 and the UConnectt system will instructthe paired cellular phone to call the emergency

▫ Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped ...42▫ Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock ...46m Liftgate ...48▫ Power

certain companies, which time out a little too soon towork properly with the UConnectt system.Voice Mail CallingTo learn how to access your voice mail

NOTE:•You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phonenetwork configurations; this is normal.•Some paging and voice mail systems have system ti

dialing a number with your paired Bluetootht cellularphone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’saudio system. The UConnectt system will wor

Connect or Disconnect Link Between theUConnectt System and Cellular PhoneYour cellular phone can be paired with many differentelectronic devices, but

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

Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by theUConnectt 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 9Send

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

126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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▫ Restraining Infants And Small Children With SeatDelete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) ...90m Engine Break-In Recommendations ...93m Saf

128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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

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:•

Manual Front And Second Row Seat AdjusterThe adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat.Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired pos

8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If EquippedThe driver’s power seat switches are located on theoutboard side of the seat. The front switch controlsup/down,

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 EquippedThis feature heats the front driver andpassenger seats. The controls for frontheated seats are located on the centerinstrume

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

WARNING!DO NOT ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under t

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYour vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This systemconsists of a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitterwith integrated igni

Stow ’n Go Seating — If EquippedOn vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, thesecond and third row seats may be folded into the floorfor convenient

4. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on theoutboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. Toassure the seatback is latched in the

5. Pull rearward on the release strap located at the rear ofthe seat and tumble the seat forward into the storage bin.6. Close the storage bin cover a

To Unfold Second Row Seats1. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the 9un-locked9 position and then pull up on the storage bin latchto open the

3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on theoutboard side of the seat, to return the seatback to its fullupright position.4. Close the sto

The power recline feature, located on the side of the seatcushion, adjusts the seatback angle forward/rearwardfor occupant comfortRemote Third Row Pow

The rear switch bank allows multiple power folding andunfolding positions for the third row seats.Left and right third row seats can be folded individ

NOTE: The Third Row Power Seat system includesobstacle detection for safe operation. When the systemdetects an obstacle, the motors will stop and reve

To Unfold Third Row Seats1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of thestorage bin and push the seat forward until the anchorslatch.2. Pul

WARNING!To avoid serious injury or death, NEVER operate thevehicle with occupants in the third row seat while inthe tailgate mode.Easy Access SeatingT

The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should thebattery in the vehicle or the transmitter go dead. Thevalet key is also for locking the glov

Swivel ’n Go Premium Seating — If EquippedPremium second row Swivel ’n Go Seating featuresinclude:•A table that installs between the second and third

To swivel the seat: Pull the lower handle on the outboardside of the seat and push the side of the seatback to beginrotation. Once the seat begins to

Removing Swivel ’n Go Premium Seating — IfEquipped1. Remove any obstructions from the floor behind theseat, and stow the Third Row Seat.2. Pull up on

Swivel ’n Go Premium Seating Table — IfEquippedThe Swivel ’n Go Seating Table consists of an easilyassembled post and top.The tableand leg are stored

2. Open the floorstorage coverin front ofthe second rowseats.3. Remove the pole and table top by loosening the hookand loop straps.4. Insert pole into

5. Twist the pole in a clockwise rotation until it stops.Note: You will hear an audible “click” when the lockbutton engages the base.6. Place the tabl

To separate the table top from the pole, follow thesesteps:1. Locate the release latch on the underside of the tabletop.2. Pull horizontally on the la

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer HooksRetainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery baghandles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats andsome fro

Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKETransmitter To MemoryNOTE: Each time the SET(S) button and a numberedbutton (1 or 2) are pressed,you erasethe

10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch tothe ON position.11. Select 9Remote Linked to Memory9 in the ElectronicVehicle Information C

2. Insert the integrated ignition key into the ignitionswitch.3. Turn the ignition switch to the START position andrelease it as soon as the starter e

2. Press and release Memory Button 1. The system willrecall any memory settings stored in position 1. Wait forthe system to complete the memory recall

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the openposition.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is o

If the vehicle is equipped with the Compass Mini-TripComputer (CMTC) and the hood is not latched, a “hood”will be displayed in the PRNDL/Odometer wind

The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 10minutes for the first activation and 90 seconds everyactivation thereafter until the engine

Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)Rotate the dimmer control to the firstdetent. This feature brightens theodometer, radio and overhead dis-plays

Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet VehiclesOnly)The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when theengine is started and the transmission is in

NOTE: The engine must be running before the head-lights will come on in the Automatic mode.Headlights On with Wipers — If EquippedIf your vehicle is e

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

Battery ProtectionThis feature provides battery protection to avoid wearingdown the battery if the headlights, park lights, or frontfog lights are lef

If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for adefective outside turn signal light bulb. If one of theindicators fails to light when the leve

Key-In-Ignition ReminderIf you open the driver’s door with the integrated ignitionkey in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you toremove the k

Windshield Wiper and Washer FunctionsThe wipers and washers are operated by a switch withinthe multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the lever tosele

1. Multifunction Lever — Mist, Front Wiper andWasherPress the end of the multifunction lever inward to thefirst detent and release to clear the windsh

the rotary ring fully forward and the washers will sprayuntil the ring is released, and then resume the intermit-tent interval.NOTE: Rear windowwipers

TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPEDTo tilt the column, pull the small lever downward(located on the steering column and below the steeringwheel) to the

The Rear Park Assist System will remember the lastsystem state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignitioncycle when the ignition is changed to the R

When the ignition switch is turned to the RUN/ONposition, the warning display will turn on all of its LEDsfor about one second. Each side of the warni

PARK ASSIST WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCESDISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM:REAR CENTERAUDIBLE SIGNALREAR CORNERS REAR CENTER1st LED 78.7 in (200 cm) Yell

WARNING!Drivers must be careful when backing up even whenusing the Rear Park Assist System. Always checkcarefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to

NOTE:•Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debristo keep the system operating properly.•Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations cou

If (SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM( appears in theElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), after mak-ing sure the rear bumper is clean, please see yo

NOTE:•The SentryKeyt Immobilizer system isnotcompatiblewith aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of thesesystems may result in vehicle starting pr

Press the button forward to move the pedals forward(toward the front of the vehicle).Press the button rearward to move the pedals rearward(toward the

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

Setting Electronic Speed Control at a DesiredSpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressthe SET lever downward and then release. Lift y

NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system has beendesigned to shut down if multiple speed control switchfunctions are operated simultaneously in order

OVERHEAD CONSOLESFront Overhead Console — If EquippedTwo versions of the overhead console are available. Thebase front overhead console models feature

Courtesy/Interior LightingAt the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights(standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn onwhen afron

Rear Overhead Consoles — If EquippedThe rear overhead storage system is available in twoversions: with or without sunroof.An additional LED at the fro

Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If EquippedThe overhead console had two setsof courtesylights. Thelights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or t

The HomeLinkt buttons that are located in the headlineror sun visor designate the three different HomeLinktchannels.NOTE: HomeLinkt is disabled when t

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

programming a blank transmitter to the vehicle electron-ics. A blank transmitter is one that has never beenprogrammed.NOTE: When having the Sentry Key

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

6. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Training”button. The name and color of the button may vary bymanufacturer.NOTE: There are 30 secondsin whi

Using HomeLinktTo operate, simply press and release the programmedHomeLinkt button. Activation will now occur for thetrained device (i.e., garage door

has successfully accepted the frequency signal. Theindicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly whenfully trained.If you unplugged the device fo

2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.NOTE: The transmitter has bee

Closing the Sunroof ManuallyTo close the sunroof from an open or vent position, pressand hold the switch forward. The sunroof will close fullyand stop

Express-VentPress and release the 9V9 button, and the sunroof willautomatically open to the vent position. This is calledExpress-Vent.Express-ClosePre

open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs withthe rear windows open, open the front

when the overload is removed. The circuit breaker alsosupplies power to the outlet in the removable floorconsole, when in the front position. Refer to

NOTE:•When the Inverter Switch is pressed, there will be adelay of approximately one second before the inverterstatus indicator turns ON. The status i

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

NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorizeddealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys-tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost k

ELECTRICAL OUTLET USE WITH ENGINE OFFCAUTION!• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw powerfrom the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e

Gently pull up on the tab to raise the sun screen.Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is near thetop of the window.Once the screen is comple

CUP HOLDERS AND CONVENIENCE TRAYDRAWERThere are nine cup holders in the interior. Two cupholders in the center front instrument panel, four in thefloo

Interior Bottle HoldersThere are four bottle holders located in the interior. Onebottle holder is molded into each front interior door trimpanels, and

•The cup holder/tray top is removable to access a largestorage bin.•The Basic Console is removable from the vehicle foradditional floor space by remov

•Slide the console base forward while lifting slightly toclear the rear load floor hook.•Remove the console.To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console•Posit

•Top Tray Storage•Upper Storage Bin can hold nine regular or 18 thinCD’s or other items•Large Console Center Storage will store headphonesfor the avai

The top and center console sections slide forward andrearward to provide added user comfort. Four cup hold-ers, each of which can accommodate large si

Position 2 shows the raised storage tray revealing a largestorage area below.Dual Storage BinsPosition 3 shows the top portion of the console in arear

To Remove The Premium Floor Console•Pull up on the bottom release handle in the front of theconsole•Lift the rear of the console up several inches•Pul

Arming The SystemRemove the key from the ignition switch and either pressa power door lock switch while the driver or passengerdoor is open or press t

WARNING!In an accident, serious injury could result if theremovable floor console is not properly installed.Always be sure the removable floor console

Lower Glove CompartmentTo open the lower compartment (1) pull out on therelease handle (2). The lower compartment handle is alsoequipped with a lock.D

Sliding Side Door Bottle HolderBoth sliding doors have a bottle holder molded right intothe trim.Second Row Floor Storage Bins — If EquippedThe Second

Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slidethe storage bin locking mechanism to the 9unlocked9position to allow greater access to the st

To remove the console use the following procedure:1. Open the console lid and remove the storage tray.2. Pull up on the release handle located inside

WARNING!In an accident, serious injury could result if theremovable floor console is not properly installed.Always be sure the removable floor console

Coat HooksCoat hooks are located along the headliner for the secondand third row seating positions. The coat hook load limitis 10 lbs (4.5 kg). Exceed

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPEDThe crossbars and siderails are designed to carry theweight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. Theload must not

CAUTION!•Crossbars should remain equally spaced or paral-lel at any luggage rack position for proper func-tion. Noncompliance could result in damage t

WARNING!Cargo must be securely tied before driving yourvehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off thevehicle, particularly at high speeds, resultin

previously described arming sequences has occurred, thesystem will arm regardless of whether you are in thevehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicl

LOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThe automatic load-leveling system will provide a levelriding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loadingconditio

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTSm Instrument Panels And Controls ...223m Base Instrument Cluster ...224m Premium In

m Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And6–Disc CD/DVD Changer(MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ...252▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...252

m Sales Code RER — Multimedia System —If Equipped ...283▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio ...284▫ Operating Instruc

m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ...299m Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . .299▫ Radio Operation ...299▫ CD Pl

INSTRUMENT PANELS AND CONTROLS1 - Air Vents 6 - Upper Glove Compartment 11 - Storage Bin 16 - Head Light Switch2 - Instrument Cluster 7 - Lower Glove

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2254

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

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call an authorized de

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IFEQUIPPEDThis system allows you to lock or unlock the doors andliftgate, and activate the PANIC alarm, optional powerlif

If theABS light is on, the brake system should be servicedas soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lockbrakes. If the ABS light does not tu

Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABSLight. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.The operation of the Brake Warning Light can

replacement, be sure to keep a record of the readingbeforeand afterthe service so that thecorrect mileage canbe determined.The trip odometer shows ind

seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate thenext scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil changeindicator system is duty cycle-based,

15. Malfunction Indicator LightThis light is part of an onboard diagnostic systemcalled OBD that monitors engine and automatictransmission control sys

require towing. The light will come on when the ignitionis first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check.If the light does not come on during

during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, havethe system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.23. Voltage LightThis light

reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affectthe vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.NOTE: Please note that the TPMS is not a substi

For additional information on TPMS, refer to Section 5 —Starting and Operating, “Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-tem” of this manual.For additional infor

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display— If EquippedThe Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive displ

Seven-button transmitters will provide functions thatallow the same basic operation as the three-button, butmay also be used to OPEN/CLOSE the optiona

COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) — IFEQUIPPEDNOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating,eliminating the need to manually calibrate the com

To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to theON position, then press and hold the reset button forapproximately two seconds.When the app

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

2. Press and hold (approximately 10 seconds) the CMTCreset button until the current variance zone number isdisplayed.3. Release the CMTC reset button,

•Compass display•Outside temperature display•Trip computer functions•Audio Modes displayEVIC Menu/ Step Control Button as itappears on the left side o

EVIC DisplaysWhen the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displaysthe following messages:•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is inmotion)

Unless reset, this message will continue to display eachtime you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition. To turn off the message temporarily,

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

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

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

•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the RemoteUNLOCK feature can be enabled or disabled by per-forming the following procedure:1. Perform this o

1. Turn the ignition switch ON.2. Press and hold the compass button for approximatelytwo seconds.3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” mes

Unlock Doors Automatically on ExitWhen ON is selected, all doors will unlock when thevehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK orNEUTRAL

SELECT button untilYES (Y) or NO (N) appears. Refer to“Lights/SmartBeams — If Equipped” in Section 3 of thismanual for more information.Headlights On

Rear Park Assist System — If EquippedWhen ENABLEis selected, the Rear ParkAssist System isactivated. When DISABLE is selected, the System isdeactivate

FM ReceptionBecause FM transmission is based on frequency varia-tions, interference that consists of amplitude variationscan be filtered out, leaving

When the audio system is turned on, the sound will beset at the same volume level as last played.SEEK ButtonsPress and release the SEEK buttons to sea

TIME ButtonPressthe TIME button and the time ofday willdisplay. InAM or FM mode, pressing the TIME button will switchbetween the time and frequency di

Setting the Tone, Balance, and FadePush the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob and BASS willdisplay. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob to the right orlef

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayNo program type orundefinedNoneAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege CollegeCountry C

station with the same selected Music Type name. TheMusic Type function only operates when in the FMmode.If a preset button is activated while in the M

Using The PANIC AlarmTo turn the PANIC Alarm feature ON or OFF, press andhold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for atleast one second and relea

NOTE: These selections canonly be made while playinga DVD.•VESt Power - Allows you to turn VESt on and off (ifequipped).•VESt Lock - Locks out rear VE

Subtitle Language — If EquippedSelecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitlelanguage (effective only if the language is supported bythe

SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton MemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.The symbol

CAUTION!The radio may shut down during extremely hotconditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate“Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperat

Press and hold the EJECT button for five seconds and allCDs will be ejected from the radio.The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF.SEE

Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)The medium formats supportedby theradio are ISO9660Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.When r

When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audiodata to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and samplingfrequencies in the following table are supported. In

Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may beaffected by the following:•Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load thanCD-R media•Medium formats

Press and hold the INFO button again for three secondsto return to 9elapsed time9 display.Operation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary (AUX) j

Operating Instructions — Voice RecognitionSystem (VR) (If Equipped)For theradio, refer to “Voice Recognition System(VR)” inSection 3.For UConnectt “Vo

Open/Close Power Left Power Sliding Door — IfEquippedPress the Left Power Sliding Door button twice on theRKE transmitter within five seconds to Open/

SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)NOTE: The radiosales codeis locatedon thelower rightside of your radio faceplate.Opera

to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radiowill remain tuned to the new station until you makeanother selection. Holding either button will

2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/Scrollcontrol knob.3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side Tune/Scroll control knob to s

Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a second timeand MID will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knobto the right or left to increase or decre

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayForeign Language LanguageInformation InformJazz JazzNews NewsNostalgia NostalgaOldies OldiesPersonality PersnltyP

SETUP ButtonPressing the SETUP button allows you to select betweenthe following items:•Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allowyou to set the

DISC ButtonPressing the DISC button will allow you to switch fromAM/FM modes to Disc modes.Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD andMP3 Audio PlayNO

CAUTION!•This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanism.•Do not use adhesive la

TIME ButtonPress this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display.RW/FFPress the RW button to

files properly and may be unable to play the file nor-mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported.The radio uses the following limits for file

The table below explains the Lamp Flash options.FunctionWhich TurnSignal LampsNumber ofFlashesLock All 1Unlock 1st Press Left Side 2Unlock AllDoorsAll

rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 filesuse a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 orVBR bit rates.MPEGSpecificationSamplin

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

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Pressthis button to changethe display to time of day. Thetime of day will display for five seconds (when ignition isOFF).O

through the system’s wireless headphones. This meansrear seat passengers can watch a DVD on the optionalrear seat entertainment system, while the driv

3. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where theword “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis-played. To move the hour backward, touch the

Touch the screen where the words “Show Time if Radio isOff” are displayed to change the current setting.Changing the Time Zone1. Turn on the multimedi

The satellite navigation capability combines a Global-Positioning System (GPS)-based navigation system withan integrated color screen to provide maps,

Clock Setting ProcedureThe GPS receiver in this system is synchronized to thetime data being transmitted by the GPS satellites. Thesatellites’ clock i

3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear inthe box next to the words “Daylight Savings.” Touch thescreen where the words “Daylight Savings

2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen.3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear

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

To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:ESN/SID Access With REQ/RES RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-tion and the

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

additional three seconds will make the radio display theSong Title all of the time (press and hold again to returnto normal display).INFO Button — REU

Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button again will close theMUSIC TYPE screen. Once closed, seek up, seek down,and scan will no longer be based on your selecti

Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (IfEquipped)Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnectt)” inSection 3.Operating Instructions - Video Enter

Connecting The iPodT DeviceUse the optional connection cable to connect an iPodt tothe vehicle’s UCI connector (which is located in the glovebox orcen

RW (Rewind) ButtonPress and hold the RW button to move backward in thecurrent track. Holding the RW button long enough willtake you back to the beginn

SCAN ButtonPressing the SCAN button will play the first five secondsof each track in the current list and then forward to thenext song. To stop the SC

Radio Preset ButtonsIn the List mode, the radio preset buttons are used asshortcuts to the following lists on the iPodt device.•1 – Playlists•2 – Arti

SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™ — IF EQUIPPEDSatellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcastingtechnology toprovide streaming video coast to coast.Thesub

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

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDRemote Starting conveniently starts the engine fromoutside the vehicle by using the Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) tran

•Nine different medias to choose from in each screen(AM, FM, Sirius Radio, DVD1, DVD2, Hard DriveJukebox, AUX in radio, AUX1, AUX2).The LCD screen(s)

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

CD PlayerPressing the top of the switch once will go to the nexttrack on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch oncewill go to the beginning of the

CLIMATE CONTROLSThe Climate Control System allows you to regulate thetemperature, amount, and direction of air circulatingthroughout the vehicle. The

Front Blower ControlThere are four blower speeds. Use thiscontrol to regulate the amount of airforced through the system in anymode you select. The bl

PANEL ModeAir is directed through the outlets in the instrumentpanel. These outlets can beadjusted to direct airflow.BI-LEVEL ModeAir is directed thro

RECIRCULATION ControlPress this button to choosebetween outside air intake orrecirculation of the air insidethe vehicle. A lamp will illu-minate when

ECONOMY ModeIf ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button toturn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor.Rotate the temperature control knob

The Three Zone Basic Temperature Control bottom panelcontrols rear Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning(HVAC) operations.Three Zone Temperature

The primary control for the rear blower is on the frontclimate control unit located on the instrument panel.The front climate control unit has five po

To Enter Remote Start ModePress and release the Remote Start button onthe RKE transmitter twice, within five seconds.The parking lights will flash and

Only when the front control for the rear blower is in theRR position do the second seat occupants have control ofthe rear blower speed.The rear blower

control is in FLOOR, DEFROST, or MIX modes, airflowwill be directed out of the rear floor outlets.Rear Mode ControlFLOOR ModeAir comes from the floor

The Infrared Three-Zone ATC System automaticallymaintains the interior comfort level desired by the driverand all passengers. This is accomplished by

Below the automatic control, the system selects theappropriate mode (airflow outlets) and fan speed.Operation of the system is quite simple.1. Press t

NOTE:•It is not necessary to move the temperature settings forcold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjuststhe temperature, mode and fan spee

PANEL ModeAir comes from the outlets in the instrument panel.Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted todirect the flow of air. Moving the a

The SNOWFLAKE mode or A/C button allowsthe operator to manually activate or deactivate theair conditioning system. When in SNOWFLAKEmode the ATC displ

The REAR SYSTEM control for the Rear ATC System ison the front ATC control unit located on the instrumentpanel.Pressing the REAR LOCK button for the R

Operation of the rear system is quite simple.1. Press theREAR LOCK button on thefrontATC controlunit. This turns off the REAR LOCK icon in the reartem

CAUTION!Interior air enters the Rear Automatic TemperatureControl System through an intake grille located inthe passenger side trim panel behind the t

To Enter the Vehicle After Remote StartTo enter the vehicle while the engine is running during aRemote Start, you must first unlock the vehicle using

HEADLINER ModeAir comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each ofthese outlets can be individually adjusted to directthe flow of air. Moving the air

OUTSIDE AIR INTAKEMake sure the air intake, located directly in front of thewindshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leavescollected in the

A/C AIR FILTER — IF EQUIPPEDOn vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust andpollen from

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures ...324▫ Automatic Transmission ...325m Engine Block Heater — If Equ

▫ Flowing/Rising Water ...346m Tire Safety Information ...348▫ Tire Markings ...348▫ Tire Loading

▫ Maintenance ...388m Vehicle Loading ...388▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...389m Trailer Towin

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

Automatic TransmissionThe gear selector lever must be in the NEUTRAL orPARK position before you can start the engine. Depressthe brake pedal before sh

If The Engine Fails To StartWARNING!•NEVER pour fuel or other flammable liquids intothe throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt tostart the vehi

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15–second intervals of cranking with the accelerator pedalheld to the floor, the “NormalStarting” pr

To Turn Off the Engine While in Remote StartModePress and release the Remote Start button one time.NOTE: To avoid inadvertent shut downs, the systemwi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift the gear selector lever into

while the ignition switch is in the ON position. Alwayspress the brake pedal first before moving the gear selec-tor lever out of PARK.Automatic Transm

the instrument cluster will display transmission gearselection as 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 for six-speed and 4, 3, 2, 1 forfour-speed transmissions.Gear Range

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

REVERSEUse REVERSEfor moving the vehicle rearward. ShiftintoREVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a completestop.NEUTRALShift the gear selector l

under heavy loading conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain,traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavytrailers). Under these conditions, using

OdometerScreen Display12345 6DActual Gear(s)Allowed —Six-Speed Trans-mission1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-6Actual Gear(s)Allowed—Four-SpeedTransmission1 1-2

5. Shift into the desired gear range and resume driving.NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, it isrecommended that you visit an authorized dea

before placing the gear selector lever in PARK, otherwisethe load on the transmission locking mechanism maymake it difficult to move the gear selector

BRAKE SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulicbrake systems. If either of the two hydraulicsystems loses normal capability, the remainingsys

If the lock plunger is down when you shut the door, thedoor will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are notinside the vehicle before closing the door

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake per-formance under most braking conditions. The systemautomatically “pu

WARNING!•The Anti-Lock Brake System cannot prevent acci-dents, including those resulting from excessivespeed in turns, following another vehicle toocl

to the ABS system is required. Consult with your autho-rized dealer service center as soon as possible.ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMSYour vehicle is

WARNING!•The TCS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys-ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increasethe traction afforded.•The TCS cannot prev

WARNING!•BAS (Brake Assist System) cannot prevent thenatural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,nor can it increase the traction afforded by p

ESP ONThis is the normal operating mode for ESP on 2WDvehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESP systemwill be in this mode. This mode should

Light comes on continuously with the engine running, amalfunction has been detected in either the ESP or theBAS system. If this light remains on after

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

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

Shallow Standing WaterAlthough your vehicle is capable of driving throughshallow standing water, consider the following Cautionand Warning before doin

If you press the power door lock switch while the key isin the ignition, and any front door is open, the powerlocks will not operate. This prevents yo

WARNING!•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8km/h) when driving through standing water.

NOTE:•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molded into the sidewall preceding the si

Tire Sizing ChartTire Sizing ChartP Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standards(...blank...( Passenger Car tire based on European design

Tire Sizing ChartH A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its loadindex under certain operating con

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. Tireswith white

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

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

amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650lbs [295 kg]).5. Determine the combin

356 STARTING AND OPERATING

2WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use t

Lock Doors Automatically — If EquippedIf the Lock Doors Automatically feature is enabled, yourdoor locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’sspe

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

WARNING!•Keep the limited use spare tire inflated to the coldtire inflation pressure listed on either your tireplacard or limited use spare tire and w

Tread Wear IndicatorsTread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires tohelp youin determining when your tires shouldbe replaced.These indica

Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as littleexposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contactwith oil, grease, and gasoline.Repla

WARNING!•NEVER use a tire with a smaller load index orcapacity, other than what was originally equippedon your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller lo

TIRE CHAINSUse only compact chains, or other traction aids that meetSAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be theproper size for the vehicle,

The Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h)feature can be reactivated by repeating the above men-tioned procedure or by performing the procedure

Always use the lower suggested operating speed if boththe chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacture suggesta maximum speed. This notice applies to al

The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross”shown in the following diagram.TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)The TPMS will warn the driver of

increased to the recommended cold tire placard pressurein order for the TPMS warning lamp to be turned off. Thesystem will automatically update and th

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure alwaysreinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent mois-ture and dirt from entering the val

The Basic TPMS consists of the following components:•Receiver Module•Four Wheel Sensors•TPMS Telltale Warning LightThe TPMS Telltale Warning Light wil

NOTE:1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have aTPMS sensor. Therefore the TPMS will not monitor thepressure in the compact spare tire.2.

•Three Trigger Modules (mounted in three of the fourwheel wells)•Various TPMS Messages, which display in the Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (E

Should a low tire condition occur on any of the fouractive road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible,and inflate the low tire(s) that is flash

will not be present, and a pressure value will be dis-played instead of dashes.Asystem fault can occur by anyof the following scenarios:1. Jamming due

5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, andreinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare,the TPMS will update automatically.

7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode wascanceled before the feature could be changed. If

gasolines, and in some circumstances may result inpoorer performance.4.0L Gasoline EngineThe 4.0L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations

The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro-vide excellent performance and durabili

It is even more important to look for gasolines withoutMMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levelshigher than those allowed in the United States.

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

WARNING!Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.Follow the precautions below to prevent carbonmonoxide poisoning:•Guard against carbon monoxid

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

WARNING!A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into aportable container that is inside of a vehicle. Youcould be burned. Always place gas containers

CAUTION!Only vehicles with the E-85 Decal and/or fuel fillerdoor label can operate on E-85.ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% f

WARNING!Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-ing materials lit in or near the vehicle wh

Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles(FFV) E-85 and Gasoline VehiclesFFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formulatedengine oils

POWER WINDOWSYou can control all windows using switches on thedriver’s door trim panel. The switches will operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in t

MaintenanceIf you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow themaintenance schedule section of this manual.CAUTION!Do not use ethanol mixture greate

Vehicle Certification LabelYour vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached tothe driver’s door pillar.The label contains the following informa

Tire SizeThe tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label representsthe actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tiresmust be equal to the load c

LoadingTo load your vehicle properly, first figure out its emptyweight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier itemsdown low and be sure you dis

A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note thatneither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have beenexceeded.LOADING TABLE — EXAMPLE ONLYFront Ax

TRAILER TOWINGIn this section you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)The GAWR is the maximumcapacity ofthe front and rearaxles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axlesevenly. Mak

Weight-Distributing HitchA weight-distributing system works by applying lever-age through spring (load) bars. They are typically usedfor heavierloads

Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System396 STARTING AND OPERATING

Trailer Hitch ClassificationsYour vehicle may be factory-equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optionalTrailer

Power Window Lockout Switch — If EquippedThe driver may lock out all power windows by depressingthe bar switch just below the power window switches.Fr

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The Trailer Towing Weights Chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for a give

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

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. Trailer tongue weight rating for that trailer hitch.(This requirement may limit the ability to alwaysachieve the 10% to 15% range of trailer tongue

•Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000lbs (907 kg).CAUTION!If the trailer we

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and WiringWhenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,stop lights and turn signals on the trailer

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.Towing Tips — Automatic T

NOTE:•Check the automatic transmission fluid level beforetowing.•The six-speed automatic transmission is sealed andrequires an authorized dealer servi

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)CAUTION!Towing this vehicle behind another vehicle (flat-towing with all four wheels on the ground) IS NOTR

Sliding Side Door Power Window SwitchThere is a single switch on each sliding side door whichoperates the sliding side door window.The switches will o

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Hazard Warning Flasher ...410m If Your Engine Overheats ...410m Jacking And Tire Chang

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe hazard flasher switch is located in the center ofthe instrument panel below the radio.To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers,

the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to actas a supplement to theradiator andaids inremovingheatfrom the engine cooling system.CAUTION

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

Jack LocationThe jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowedbehind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area.Turn the two cover lat

Spare Tire RemovalFor vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the sparetire is stowed inside a protective cover located under thecenter of the vehi

Preparations For JackingPark the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice orslippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gearselector in PARK

WARNING!Carefully follow these tire changing warnings tohelp prevent personal injury or damage to yourvehicle:•Always park on a firm, level surface as

1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts byturning them to the left one turn while the wheel is stillon the ground.2. To remove the compact sp

Auto Up Feature With Anti–Pinch Protection — IfEquippedThe left front window switch may be equipped with anAuto Up feature. Lift the window switch to

NOTE: If either front tire is flat, it may be necessary tojack up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle.

5. There are two jack engagement locations on each sideof the vehicle body. These locations are on the sill flangeof the vehicle body.NOTE: Rear jack

Jack Location420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CAUTION!Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking onlocations other than those indicated in Step 5.6. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn

10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to theleft.11. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on thewrenchwhile tighteningfor increased lev

of operation, and after each time a tire is changed, toallow the wheel nuts to become properly set. All nutsshould first be firmly seated against the

2. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form theSpare Tire Hook and pull the wheel spacer from underthe vehicle.3. Turn the compact spare tire so t

CAUTION!For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, theWinch Mechanism is designed specifically to stow aCOMPACT Spare Tire ONLY. Do not attempt to

When jump-starting, proceed as follows:1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelrysuch as watch bands or bracelets that might make aninadverte

6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the boosterbattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start theengine in the vehicle with the disch

2. Push the window switch down firmly to the seconddetent to open the window completely and continue tohold the switch down for an additional two seco

CAUTION!Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fastmay lead to transmission overheating and failure. Itcan also damage the tires. Do not spin th

CAUTION!•Do not push or tow this vehicle with anothervehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-mission may result.•If the vehicle being towed r

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm 3.3L Engine Compartment ...434m 3.8L Engine Compartment ...435m 4.0L Engine Compartment ..

▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ...452▫ Front Suspension — Ball Joints ...453▫ Steering Shaft Seal ...453▫ Drive Sha

▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . .485▫ License Light ...485m Fluids And Capacities ...486m Fluids, Lu

3.3L ENGINE COMPARTMENT434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

3.8L ENGINE COMPARTMENTMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4357

4.0L ENGINE COMPARTMENT436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

•There is a hold-open latch that is activated when thesliding door is fully opened. This latch will keep yoursliding door open on any incline. To clos

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message — gASCAPShould the “Loose Fuel Filler Cap” or “gASCAP” mes-sage appear, there may be a problem in the evaporativesystem.

This vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,which you can use prior to going to the test station. Tocheck if this vehicle’s OBD II system is

serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M stationcan fail the vehicle because the MIL is on with the enginerunning.REPLACEMENT PARTSUse of gen

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESThe pages that follow contain the required maintenanceservices determined by the engineers who designed yourvehicle.Besides the

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintainthe oil level between the MIN and MA

recommends engine oils that are API certified and meetthe requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material StandardMS-6395.American Petroleum Institute (API)

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

DRIVE BELTAt the mileage indicated in the maintenance schedule,replace the drive belt with a new drive belt.NOTE: The drivebelt must be routed correct

CATALYTIC CONVERTERThe catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an

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

NOTE: The power sliding side door must be unlockedbefore the power sliding door switches will operate.If the inside or outside door handles are used w

Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaustsystem, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside thevehicle, or when the underside or rear of

WARNING!•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluidto contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Do

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 EnvironmentalProtectionAge

4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filtercover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover.5. Remove the A/CAir Filter by pulling it str

apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-rized DaimlerChrysler Dealership.9WARNI

DRIVE SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINTSYour vehicle has constant velocity universal joints. Peri-odic lubrication of these joints is not required. However,the jo

Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice fromthe windshield. Keep theblade rubber out of contact withpetroleum products such as engine oil,

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

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

•If the power sliding side door is not in the full open orclose position, it will fully open when a power slidingdoor switch is pressed. To close the

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

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

BRAKESIn order to assure brake system performance, all brakesystem components should be inspected periodically.Suggested service intervals can be foun

NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be performedwhenever the brake system is serviced and every engineoil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for

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

All six speed transaxles are equipped with a cappeddipstick tube, it is sealed and should not be tamperedwith. Your authorized dealer has the necessar

Fluid Level Check — 3.3L Engine with Four-SpeedAutomatic Transaxle — If EquippedThe dipstick is located just behind the radiator, lowerright side.To p

If the fluid level indicates low, add sufficient fluid tobring to the proper level.CAUTION!Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle cancause s

You can turn the feature back on by repeating the abovementioned procedure.Power Sliding Side Door Master Lock SwitchThe power sliding side doors may

trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highlycorrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,which exposes your vehicle to airborne

•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffingthat may diminish the gloss or thin out the paintfinish.CAUTION!Do not use abrasive or strong cleanin

Wheel and Wheel Trim CareAll wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum andchrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with amild soap and water

soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Pleasedo not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to

2. To maintain the high gloss shine, apply a scratch andswirl remover onto a damp cloth and apply to doorapplique. Rub the applique witha firmpressure

1. Clean with a wet soft rag.Amild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasivecleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with

InstallationPlace the liner into the cupholder drawer and press theliner into place so that the retention tabs seat into thecorresponding openings in

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ1 40 AmpGreen— Power Folding SeatJ2 30 AmpPink— Power Liftgate ModuleJ3 40 AmpGreen— Rear Door Module

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ21 20 AmpYellow— Front/Rear WasherJ22 25 AmpNatural— Sunroof ModuleM1 — 15 AmpBlueCenter High Mounted

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM12 — 30 AmpGreenAmplifier (AMP)M13 — 20 AmpYellowIgnition Off Draw—Cabin CompartmentNode (IOD-CCN), W

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

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM17 — 15 AmpBlueLeft Tail/License/ParkLamp (LT-TAIL/LIC/PRK LMP)M18 — 15 AmpBlueRight Tail/Park/RunLam

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM29 — 10 AmpRedOccupant ClassificationModule (OCM)M30 — 15 AmpBlueRear Wiper Module (RRWIPER MOD), Pow

FUSES/TIPMCavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM38 — 25 AmpNaturalLock/Unlock Motors(LOCK/UNLOCKMTRS)CAUTION!•When installing the Integrated Power Mo

The Heated Mirrors, Lower Instrument Panel PowerOutlet and Removable Floor Console, when in the frontposition are fused with self-resetting fuses that

NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer forreplace-ment.All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glasscartridge types. Aluminum base bulb

5. Connect the wiring connector to bulb and slide redlock tab forward.Front Park/Turn Signal and Side Marker Lights1. Raise the hood to access the rea

Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker andBackup Lights1. Raise the liftgate.2. Remove the tail light assembly by removing the twoscrews from the i

3. Twist the socket and remove form the light assembly.4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and re

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. MetricFuel (approximate)All Engines 20 Gals 76 LEngine Oil with Filter3.3L and 3.8L (SAE 5W-20 API Cer

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineFLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS — ENGINEComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsCoolant Mopart An

NOTE:•After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock, al-ways test the door from the inside to make certain it isin the desired position.•When the Chil

ChassisFLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS — CHASSISComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsAutomatic Transmission Mopart ATF+4 Automatic Trans

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Emissions Control System Maintenance ...490m Maintenance Schedule ...490▫ 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 vehicle’soil if it has been six months since yo

•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brakemaster cylinder, power steering and transmission andadd as needed.•Check all lights and other elect

Required Maintenance IntervalsPerform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileageare listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Mi

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileageare listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or MonthsChange

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 ASSISTANCECONTENTSm Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...499▫ Prepare For The Appointm

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction ...4m How To Use This Manual ...4m Warnings And Cautions ...

LIFTGATEOn vehicles equipped with power locks, the liftgate canbe unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter button, or by activating th

m Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ...505▫ Treadwear ...505▫ Traction Grades ...

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

high qualityservice. Themanufacturer’s authorized deal-ers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, specialtools, and the latest information

Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterP.O. Box 1621Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6Phone: (800) 465–2001In Mexico contact:Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma,

service contract that is not a manufacturer’s ServiceContract, and you require service after the manufactur-er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires,

MOPART PARTSMopart 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

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

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POWER LIFTGATE — IF EQUIPPEDThe power liftgate may be opened manually or by usingthe button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit-ter. Press the

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...458Adding Fuel ...382Adding Washer Fluid ...455Additives, Fuel

Automatic Dimming Mirror ...100Automatic Door Locks ...34,35Automatic Headlights ...163Automatic Tempera

Brakes ...337,462Brake/Transmission Interlock ...328Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ...93Bulb Replace

Coin Holder ...201Cold Weather Operation ...325Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ...300Compact Spare Tir

Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player ...280,283Dimmer Control ...162Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...170DipsticksAutom

Emission Control System Maintenance ...438,490Engine ...93,434,435,436Air Cleaner ...445Block Heater ..

FlashersHazard Warning ...410Turn Signal ...227,483,484Flash-To-Pass ...170Flat Tire Sto

Requirements ...377,486System Hoses ...461Tank Capacity ...486Fuel, Flexible ...

Passing ...170Replacing ...482Time Delay ...164Heated Seats ...

Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...15Key-In Reminder ...15Keyless Entry System ...21Keys ...

The power liftgate may be closed by pressing the button,located in the upper left trim in the liftgate opening.Pushing once will only close the liftga

License ...485Lights On Reminder ...165Low Fuel ...234Malfunction Indicator (Check

Memory Seat ...104,155Mini-Trip Computer ...238,244Mirrors ...100Automatic Dimming ..

Outside Rearview Mirrors ...100,102Overdrive ...332Overhead Console ...182Overhead Travel In

PretensionersSeat Belts ...64Programmable Electronic Features ...248Radial Ply Tires ...361Ra

Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...94Safety Defects, Reporting ...503Safety, Exhaust Gas ...51Safety Info

Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator). . 232Service Manuals ...504Setting the Clock ...254,269,281,285Se

Synthetic Engine Oil ...444System, Navigation ...283System, Remote Starting ...28Tachometer ...

Tread Wear Indicators ...364Wheel Nut Torque ...422Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ...399Towing ...

UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ...104,283Uniform Tire Quality Grades ...505Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 292Uni

Windshield Wiper Blades ...454Windshield Wipers ...168Wiper Blade Replacement ...454Wipers, Intermit

•The power liftgate must be in the full open or closepositions for any of the buttons to operate. If theliftgate is not in the full open or close posi

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

CaravanOWNER’S MANUAL20082008 Caravan81-226-0819 Fourth Edition Printed in U.S.A.

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-ture, it may be necessary to assist the props

NOTE: Your vehicle may be built with a release strap orrelease lever attached to the Storage Bin Cover latchmechanism.Storage Bin Cover Emergency Rele

Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Strap — IfEquippedAs a security measure, your vehicle may be built with aStorage Bin Cover Emergency Release strap

NOTE: Do not use the storage bin emergency releasestrap to lift the storage bin cover. The strap is intendedfor emergency release only.OCCUPANT RESTRA

•All seat belt systems (except the driver’s, Swivel n’ Go,and third row center position) include AutomaticLocking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the se

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and theycan reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Someof the worst injuries happen when pe

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

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

2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of thefront seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Graspthe latch plate and pull out the belt

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong

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

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

pushing anywhere on the anchorage. To move the an-chorage downward, squeeze the actuation buttons whilesimultaneously pushing down on the anchorage as

Seat Belt PretensionersThe seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped withpretensioning devicesthat are designedtoremove slack from the s

NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ONor START position. DaimlerChrysler does n

Seat Belt ExtenderIf a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended andwhen the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (ifequipped) is in its lo

window. If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags,they are located above the side windows and their coversare also labeled: SRS AIRBAG.NOTE: Airb

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The first stage inflatoris triggered immediatelyduring animpact that requires airbag deployment. The timing ofthe second stage determines whether the

When the airbag deploys, it opens the seam between thefront and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each airbagdeploys independently, that is a left side i

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC) — If EquippedSABIC Airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rolloverprotection to front and rear seat

moderate to severe side collisions. In certain types ofcollisions, both the front and side airbags may be trig-gered. However, even in collisions wher

4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean againstthe door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the spacebetween you and the door.5. If the air

impact sensors signals, a central electronic ORC deploysthe front airbags, side inflatable airbag curtains, side seatthorax airbags, and front seat be

Front and Side Impact SensorsImpact Sensors trigger airbag deployment in front andside impacts, and aid the ORC in determining appropri-ate response t

•Turns on the interior lights, which remain on as long asthe battery has power or until the ignition key isremoved.•Unlocks the doors automatically.If

irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,see your doctor. If these particles settle on yourclothing, follow the garment manufacturer

WARNING!Do not attempt to modify any part of your advancedairbag system. The airbag may inflate accidentally ormay not function properly if modificati

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

located on the inside of the fuse block cover for theproper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if thefuse is good.Event Data Recorder (EDR)In th

accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered todownload data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e.,pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the da

•Engine control status (including engine speed)•Transmission gear selection•Cruise control status•Traction/stability control status•Tire pressure moni

Child RestraintsEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at alltimes — babies and children, too. Every state in theUnited States and all Canadi

•Safety experts recommend that children riderearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at leastone yearold and weigh at least 20 lbs(9 kg). Two typ

Older Children and Child RestraintsChildren who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who areolder than one year can ride forward-facing in thevehicle. Fo

•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move thechild closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’thelp, move the child to the center

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

•Buckle the child into the seat according to the childrestraint manufacturer’s directions.•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in theve

When using the tether anchorages in the center positionon third row fold-in-floor seating, ensure that the strap isrouted underneath the top of the se

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

Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced topassenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, childrestraint systems having attachments for

Not all child restraint systems will be installed as wehave described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc-tions that come with the child restrai

This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tetheranchor located on the lower rear of the front passengerseat. Use this tether anchor to secure on

VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT DE-LETE FEATURE (Commercial Vehicles Only).•The forward-facing child seat is for children fromabout 20 to 40 lbs (

NOTE: Ensure that the child restraint tether strap iscentered between the headrest supports underneath thehead rest.4. Using the hook attached to the

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

Airbag LightThe light should come on and remain on for four secondsas a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turnedON. If the LED is not lit d

Exhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you uncons

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Mirrors .........100▫ Manual Rear View Day/Night Mirror —If Equipped ...