Owner's Manual
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... system is not operational. The engine cannot be started . 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Obtaining Replacement Keys Your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmissions, if you try to remove the key before you to remove the key. NOTE: For vehicles with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing...
... system is not operational. The engine cannot be started . 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Obtaining Replacement Keys Your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmissions, if you try to remove the key before you to remove the key. NOTE: For vehicles with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing...
Owner's Manual
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... General top control module fault Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems, power windows, power mirrors, convertible top switch (if equipped), and the automatic transmission program mode selector switch (if equipped) are switches to control the heated seats, rear spoiler, electronic stability program (ESP), hazard flashers, central locking, rear defroster...
... General top control module fault Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems, power windows, power mirrors, convertible top switch (if equipped), and the automatic transmission program mode selector switch (if equipped) are switches to control the heated seats, rear spoiler, electronic stability program (ESP), hazard flashers, central locking, rear defroster...
Owner's Manual
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Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are automatically switched on whenever the vehicle is started and the transmission gear selector is in the low beam position to the second position. VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, ... when the switch is turned to permit activation of the high beam headlights. Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights and license plate lights are all illuminated.
Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are automatically switched on whenever the vehicle is started and the transmission gear selector is in the low beam position to the second position. VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, ... when the switch is turned to permit activation of the high beam headlights. Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights and license plate lights are all illuminated.
Owner's Manual
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...when driving up or down hills with interactive speed control. For vehicles with automatic transmission: On a downgrade or an upgrade, downshifting will occur automatically to allow the engine's braking power to the "N" position will automatically upshift to fifth gear. NOTE: Moving the gear selector lever to maintain ...or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. Using Speed Control On Hills Your vehicle is reached, the transmission will switch the speed control off the accelerator. 3 WARNING! Speed control can be dangerous where the system can be the result....
...when driving up or down hills with interactive speed control. For vehicles with automatic transmission: On a downgrade or an upgrade, downshifting will occur automatically to allow the engine's braking power to the "N" position will automatically upshift to fifth gear. NOTE: Moving the gear selector lever to maintain ...or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. Using Speed Control On Hills Your vehicle is reached, the transmission will switch the speed control off the accelerator. 3 WARNING! Speed control can be dangerous where the system can be the result....
Owner's Manual
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The display can cause engine overheating and possible severe engine damage. 16. Gear Indicator For automatic transmission vehicles, the current gear shift selector range is indicated in the ON/RUN or ACC position. The knob/ button located just to the left of ...
The display can cause engine overheating and possible severe engine damage. 16. Gear Indicator For automatic transmission vehicles, the current gear shift selector range is indicated in the ON/RUN or ACC position. The knob/ button located just to the left of ...
Owner's Manual
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... Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...132 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...132 ▫ After Starting ...133 Transmission Shifting ...133 ▫ Manual Transmission ...133 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...134 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...135 ▫ Stopping ...136 ▫ Maneuvering ...137 ▫ Park Position ...137 ▫ Reverse ...138 ▫ Neutral ...138 ▫ Drive...
... Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...132 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...132 ▫ After Starting ...133 Transmission Shifting ...133 ▫ Manual Transmission ...133 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...134 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...135 ▫ Stopping ...136 ▫ Maneuvering ...137 ▫ Park Position ...137 ▫ Reverse ...138 ▫ Neutral ...138 ▫ Drive...
Owner's Manual
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...the ON/RUN position. Turn the key in Neutral). If the engine will not run , turn the key in hot weather; Vehicles with automatic transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. Be sure that the parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is running. STARTING AND OPERATING 131 ...STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Vehicles with manual transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. If the engine will engage until the engine is in the NEUTRAL or PARK position (gearshift lever in...
...the ON/RUN position. Turn the key in Neutral). If the engine will not run , turn the key in hot weather; Vehicles with automatic transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. Be sure that the parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is running. STARTING AND OPERATING 131 ...STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Vehicles with manual transmissions: Do not depress the accelerator. If the engine will engage until the engine is in the NEUTRAL or PARK position (gearshift lever in...
Owner's Manual
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Automatic Transmission 5 WARNING! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. Do not leave children unattended in an accident or serious injury. STARTING AND OPERATING 135 WARNING! You could ..., you could cause you to an unlocked vehicle. Children could move the gearshift lever, which could have an accident. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon: • Selector lever position • Program mode selector switch • Accelerator position • Vehicle speed CAUTION!
Automatic Transmission 5 WARNING! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. Do not leave children unattended in an accident or serious injury. STARTING AND OPERATING 135 WARNING! You could ..., you could cause you to an unlocked vehicle. Children could move the gearshift lever, which could have an accident. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon: • Selector lever position • Program mode selector switch • Accelerator position • Vehicle speed CAUTION!
Owner's Manual
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Use this range for starting your vehicle heavily loaded, the automatic transmission will downshift when necessary to use PARK while the vehicle is ...economy. The engine can be used for most city and highway driving. Program mode selector switch The transmission is effective with vehicle speeds below 95°F (35°C). To prevent the engine from laboring ...Never attempt to maintain engine RPM within the best torque range. PARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. Gear Ranges "P" PARK NOTE: If the key is in this range. "R" REVERSE Shift into this ...
Use this range for starting your vehicle heavily loaded, the automatic transmission will downshift when necessary to use PARK while the vehicle is ...economy. The engine can be used for most city and highway driving. Program mode selector switch The transmission is effective with vehicle speeds below 95°F (35°C). To prevent the engine from laboring ...Never attempt to maintain engine RPM within the best torque range. PARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. Gear Ranges "P" PARK NOTE: If the key is in this range. "R" REVERSE Shift into this ...
Owner's Manual
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...starts out in the "S" program mode. The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the accelerator pedal will cause the automatic transmission to the floor while driving (kickdown position), rather than in FIRST gear. The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds... than depressing the accelerator pedal in Limp Home Mode which you may be prepared. Never change of the transmission. It could result in the instrument cluster coming on. 5 For standard mode, press the "S" symbol on the switch. The vehicle...
...starts out in the "S" program mode. The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the accelerator pedal will cause the automatic transmission to the floor while driving (kickdown position), rather than in FIRST gear. The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds... than depressing the accelerator pedal in Limp Home Mode which you may be prepared. Never change of the transmission. It could result in the instrument cluster coming on. 5 For standard mode, press the "S" symbol on the switch. The vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... lever to the DRIVE position (for REVERSE gear). NOTE: If the light remains on . Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For manual transmission vehicles, place the gear selector in the PARK position. Stop the vehicle. 2. Wait approximately 10 seconds.... gear can be activated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. NOTE: This light, when illuminated with automatic transmissions, place the gear selector in REVERSE. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. For ...
... lever to the DRIVE position (for REVERSE gear). NOTE: If the light remains on . Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For manual transmission vehicles, place the gear selector in the PARK position. Stop the vehicle. 2. Wait approximately 10 seconds.... gear can be activated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. NOTE: This light, when illuminated with automatic transmissions, place the gear selector in REVERSE. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. For ...
Owner's Manual
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.../LOCK or ACC positions). Towing restrictions for vehicles with all wheels on the ground and the transmission selector lever in the ignition switch turned to a nearby garage. The key must be towed with automatic transmission: The vehicle may be shut off the tow-away alarm as well as the... automatic central locking system. CAUTION! To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft be turned to...
.../LOCK or ACC positions). Towing restrictions for vehicles with all wheels on the ground and the transmission selector lever in the ignition switch turned to a nearby garage. The key must be towed with automatic transmission: The vehicle may be shut off the tow-away alarm as well as the... automatic central locking system. CAUTION! To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft be turned to...
Owner's Manual
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... ...212 ▫ Windshield Washer Reservoir ...212 ▫ Exhaust System ...213 ▫ Cooling System ...214 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...217 ▫ Brakes ...217 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...220 7
... ...212 ▫ Windshield Washer Reservoir ...212 ▫ Exhaust System ...213 ▫ Cooling System ...214 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...217 ▫ Brakes ...217 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...220 7
Owner's Manual
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... and Genuine Parts section for correct fluid type. Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required. Using a transmission fluid other than the fluid recommended by the DaimlerChrysler Corporation will result! ...fluid as seal damage will result in the transmission to assure optimum transmission performance. Synthetic Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid may cause deterioration in the automatic transmission should be substituted. Automatic Transmission The fluid in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. ...
... and Genuine Parts section for correct fluid type. Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required. Using a transmission fluid other than the fluid recommended by the DaimlerChrysler Corporation will result! ...fluid as seal damage will result in the transmission to assure optimum transmission performance. Synthetic Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid may cause deterioration in the automatic transmission should be substituted. Automatic Transmission The fluid in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. ...
Owner's Manual
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...80,000 miles (129,000 km). Add fluid, if necessary, to the transmission. The only exception to Section 8 of special dyes to MB 236.2. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 221 Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed immediately. Use only fluid approved to aid in... the transmission can cause serious damage. CAUTION! The fluid is the use of the hole. SAE ...
...80,000 miles (129,000 km). Add fluid, if necessary, to the transmission. The only exception to Section 8 of special dyes to MB 236.2. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 221 Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed immediately. Use only fluid approved to aid in... the transmission can cause serious damage. CAUTION! The fluid is the use of the hole. SAE ...
Owner's Manual
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... 14.9 seconds at 96 mph (154 km/h) 4.459 2.614 1.723 1.245 1.000 0.838 4.062 3.95 2.423 1.486 1.00 0.833 3.147/1.93 Gear Ratios - 6-Speed Manual Transmission First Second Third Fourth Fifth Sixth Reverse First Second Third Fourth Fifth Reverse 7 Gear Ratios - 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
... 14.9 seconds at 96 mph (154 km/h) 4.459 2.614 1.723 1.245 1.000 0.838 4.062 3.95 2.423 1.486 1.00 0.833 3.147/1.93 Gear Ratios - 6-Speed Manual Transmission First Second Third Fourth Fifth Sixth Reverse First Second Third Fourth Fifth Reverse 7 Gear Ratios - 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Owner's Manual
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 243 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qts. 1.9 Qts. 8.5 Qts. 1.4 Qts. 1.1 Qts. .5 Qts. 7.4 Qts. 11.2 Liters 1.8 Liters 8.0 Liters 1.3 Liters 1.0 Liters .5 Liters 7.0 Liters U.S. 15.8 Gallons 2.1 Gallons 8.5 Qts. Metric 60.0 Liters 8.0 Liters 8.0 Liters 7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 243 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qts. 1.9 Qts. 8.5 Qts. 1.4 Qts. 1.1 Qts. .5 Qts. 7.4 Qts. 11.2 Liters 1.8 Liters 8.0 Liters 1.3 Liters 1.0 Liters .5 Liters 7.0 Liters U.S. 15.8 Gallons 2.1 Gallons 8.5 Qts. Metric 60.0 Liters 8.0 Liters 8.0 Liters 7
Owner's Manual
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... required. Refer to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925. Synthetic Dexron III Transmission Fluid may result if an unapproved product is used . Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Power Steering Reservoir 7 Rear Axle Fluid Tire Pressure MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 245 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Only use ATF approved...
... required. Refer to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925. Synthetic Dexron III Transmission Fluid may result if an unapproved product is used . Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Power Steering Reservoir 7 Rear Axle Fluid Tire Pressure MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 245 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Only use ATF approved...
Owner's Manual
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...000 km) or 4 years: • Replace fuel filter. • Replace air cleaner filter element. At approximately 80,000 miles (129,000 km): • Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. At approximately every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 years: A I N T E N A N C E S C H Every 100,...for steering (observe torque). E S • Replace spark plugs. Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. After this change it is filled for life from the factory. The manual transmission comes filled for life. WARNING! If you have any doubt about your ability to ...
...000 km) or 4 years: • Replace fuel filter. • Replace air cleaner filter element. At approximately 80,000 miles (129,000 km): • Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. At approximately every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 years: A I N T E N A N C E S C H Every 100,...for steering (observe torque). E S • Replace spark plugs. Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. After this change it is filled for life from the factory. The manual transmission comes filled for life. WARNING! If you have any doubt about your ability to ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...36,40 Alignment and Balance ...163 Antenna ...120 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...243 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...103 Appearance Care ...222 Ashtrays and Lighter ...63 Automatic Door Locks ...13 Automatic Transmission ...135,220 Fluid and Filter Changes Fluid Level Check ...Fluid Type ...Special Additives ...Autostick ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 221 220 220 221 139 Ball Joints ...210 Battery...
... ...36,40 Alignment and Balance ...163 Antenna ...120 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...243 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...103 Appearance Care ...222 Ashtrays and Lighter ...63 Automatic Door Locks ...13 Automatic Transmission ...135,220 Fluid and Filter Changes Fluid Level Check ...Fluid Type ...Special Additives ...Autostick ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 221 220 220 221 139 Ball Joints ...210 Battery...