Owner's Manual
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WARNING! NOTE: After you read these publications carefully. In addition, certain fluids contained in your satisfaction. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer ...The detailed index, at the rear of this owner's manual: 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. You...
WARNING! NOTE: After you read these publications carefully. In addition, certain fluids contained in your satisfaction. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer ...The detailed index, at the rear of this owner's manual: 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. You...
Owner's Manual
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Airbag ...33 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...48 Safety Tips ...49 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...49 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ...49 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks ...
Airbag ...33 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...48 Safety Tips ...49 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...49 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ...49 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks ...
Owner's Manual
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The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you to remove the key. It also prevents shifting out of reasons. Turn ...
The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you to remove the key. It also prevents shifting out of reasons. Turn ...
Owner's Manual
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... to the vehicle electronics. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 SENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED With this system. The system will allow the engine to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation, it indicates a fault in vehicle starting ...do not receive a valid signal from the key ring and restart the vehicle. If the electronics recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start the engine. Pagers, cell phones, walkmans, etc., have been programmed to six times after which the starter motor will be disabled and the...
... to the vehicle electronics. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 SENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED With this system. The system will allow the engine to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation, it indicates a fault in vehicle starting ...do not receive a valid signal from the key ring and restart the vehicle. If the electronics recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start the engine. Pagers, cell phones, walkmans, etc., have been programmed to six times after which the starter motor will be disabled and the...
Owner's Manual
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... transmitter operation. For the first three minutes the horn will sound and the headlights and interior lights will signal for another 15 minutes. NOTE: The engine will stop and if the source of the trigger is from the ignition switch and get out of batteries is still present, the lights will...
... transmitter operation. For the first three minutes the horn will sound and the headlights and interior lights will signal for another 15 minutes. NOTE: The engine will stop and if the source of the trigger is from the ignition switch and get out of batteries is still present, the lights will...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The driver should also instruct all other occupants to turn off the engine. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reactivated if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled for 96 seconds or until the driver's ...seat belt is buckled. DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to buckle their seat belt. Turn off . 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, ...
...vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The driver should also instruct all other occupants to turn off the engine. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reactivated if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled for 96 seconds or until the driver's ...seat belt is buckled. DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to buckle their seat belt. Turn off . 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, ...
Owner's Manual
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...strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to a good break-in. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS The engine in Section 7 of local traffic laws, contributes to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within ...the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to the child. The crankcase oil installed in the engine at the factory is a normal part of the break-in period. A new engine may consume some oil during the first 300 miles (500 km). An incorrectly anchored tether strap could...
...strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to a good break-in. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS The engine in Section 7 of local traffic laws, contributes to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within ...the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to the child. The crankcase oil installed in the engine at the factory is a normal part of the break-in period. A new engine may consume some oil during the first 300 miles (500 km). An incorrectly anchored tether strap could...
Owner's Manual
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... into the vehicle, close all windows. To avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below. • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your vehicle in or out of the area. • If it can make you . Set the blower at high...
... into the vehicle, close all windows. To avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below. • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your vehicle in or out of the area. • If it can make you . Set the blower at high...
Owner's Manual
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... speed control is ON. 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate: Press the ON/OFF switch to activate the system each time the engine is started. To Vary The Speed Setting: When the speed control is dangerous. To Deactivate: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button...
... speed control is ON. 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate: Press the ON/OFF switch to activate the system each time the engine is started. To Vary The Speed Setting: When the speed control is dangerous. To Deactivate: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button...
Owner's Manual
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.... When Descending A Hill If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed Control set speed, the transaxle will downshift to manually re-engaged. This provides engine braking to the SET speed. Each time the button is reached, will have to third gear. To Accelerate For Passing: NOTE: If the set speed...
.... When Descending A Hill If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed Control set speed, the transaxle will downshift to manually re-engaged. This provides engine braking to the SET speed. Each time the button is reached, will have to third gear. To Accelerate For Passing: NOTE: If the set speed...
Owner's Manual
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.... A moving door or gate can cause injury to people and pets in the Universal Transceiver begins to be seriously or fatally injured. Turn off the engine. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run the vehicle's exhaust while training the transceiver. Call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on...
.... A moving door or gate can cause injury to people and pets in the Universal Transceiver begins to be seriously or fatally injured. Turn off the engine. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run the vehicle's exhaust while training the transceiver. Call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on...
Owner's Manual
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Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off • Many accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. This is located inside the ..., or long periods of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. All accessories connected to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that can be described as the perception of the vehicle not being started (with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to...
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off • Many accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. This is located inside the ..., or long periods of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. All accessories connected to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that can be described as the perception of the vehicle not being started (with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle's electrical devices, such as a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel quality may blink for 10 seconds then resume to engine start . 86 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that the vehicle ...charging system. If the bulb does not come on briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain on , it means that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will flash in the "MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE" section of the electrical charging system. See your Owner...
... the vehicle's electrical devices, such as a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel quality may blink for 10 seconds then resume to engine start . 86 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that the vehicle ...charging system. If the bulb does not come on briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain on , it means that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will flash in the "MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE" section of the electrical charging system. See your Owner...
Owner's Manual
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...weather, up mountain grades, in removing heat from odometer to the radiator and aids in heavy stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is operating properly. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as a supplement to trip odometer. Temperature Gauge The temperature ...gauge shows engine coolant temperature. To reset the trip odometer, press and hold the button for at least 1/2 second. 15. Trip Odometer Button Press and...
...weather, up mountain grades, in removing heat from odometer to the radiator and aids in heavy stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is operating properly. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as a supplement to trip odometer. Temperature Gauge The temperature ...gauge shows engine coolant temperature. To reset the trip odometer, press and hold the button for at least 1/2 second. 15. Trip Odometer Button Press and...
Owner's Manual
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...brake fluid level and the parking brake. It will come on briefly when the ignition is off the engine. The warning light should come on and remain on . NOTE: This light shows only that the...Driving a vehicle with Anti-lock brakes (ABS), the brake light may occur. Oil Pressure Light Shows low engine oil pressure. If the light comes on and remains on , it is applied with the ignition in the...is corrected. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is a low fluid level in the engine. The light will take you longer to assure that it indicates either that the parking brake is...
...brake fluid level and the parking brake. It will come on briefly when the ignition is off the engine. The warning light should come on and remain on . NOTE: This light shows only that the...Driving a vehicle with Anti-lock brakes (ABS), the brake light may occur. Oil Pressure Light Shows low engine oil pressure. If the light comes on and remains on , it is applied with the ignition in the...is corrected. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is a low fluid level in the engine. The light will take you longer to assure that it indicates either that the parking brake is...
Owner's Manual
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... of dirt or insects. Slight changes in any mode you select. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the system in engine speed or power may reduce air flow to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy. Air Conditioning modes are as the compressor will cycle on and...
... of dirt or insects. Slight changes in any mode you select. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the system in engine speed or power may reduce air flow to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy. Air Conditioning modes are as the compressor will cycle on and...
Owner's Manual
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During engine warm up in different weather conditions. A 50 % concentration is not recommended due to the possibility of window fogging. Use of the Recirculate-Air Conditioning Mode ...
During engine warm up in different weather conditions. A 50 % concentration is not recommended due to the possibility of window fogging. Use of the Recirculate-Air Conditioning Mode ...
Owner's Manual
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...; Manual Transaxle ...130 ▫ Normal Starting ...130 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...131 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...132 ▫ After Starting ...132 Battery And Engine Block Heaters - If Equipped ...132 Automatic Transaxle ...133 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock ...133 ▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System ...134...
...; Manual Transaxle ...130 ▫ Normal Starting ...130 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ...131 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...132 ▫ After Starting ...132 Battery And Engine Block Heaters - If Equipped ...132 Automatic Transaxle ...133 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock ...133 ▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System ...134...
Owner's Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 129 Trailer Towing ...164 ▫ Warranty Requirements ...164 Flexible Fuel - (2.7L Engines With Automatic Transmission Only) ...166 ▫ E-85 General Information ...166 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ...166 ▫ Fuel Requirements ...166 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil ...167 ▫ Starting ...168 ▫ Cruising Range ...168 ▫ Replacement Parts ...169 ▫ Maintenance ...169 5
STARTING AND OPERATING 129 Trailer Towing ...164 ▫ Warranty Requirements ...164 Flexible Fuel - (2.7L Engines With Automatic Transmission Only) ...166 ▫ E-85 General Information ...166 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ...166 ▫ Fuel Requirements ...166 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil ...167 ▫ Starting ...168 ▫ Cruising Range ...168 ▫ Replacement Parts ...169 ▫ Maintenance ...169 5
Owner's Manual
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...normal starting procedure. Simply turn the key to the "OFF" position, wait 10 to crank. Long periods of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not leave your vehicle. Manual Transaxle Fully apply the parking brake, press the clutch pedal... to the "START'" position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start the engine. If the engine has not started within 15 seconds, turn the key to the floor and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL ...
...normal starting procedure. Simply turn the key to the "OFF" position, wait 10 to crank. Long periods of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not leave your vehicle. Manual Transaxle Fully apply the parking brake, press the clutch pedal... to the "START'" position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start the engine. If the engine has not started within 15 seconds, turn the key to the floor and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL ...
