Owner's Manual
Page 40
... enough to require the airbags to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. These rates are possible. These include all of the way as you drive, have the airbags to inflate the airbags. The airbag covers separate and fold out of the items listed... level of the system, it signals the inflator units. If the light does not come on, stays on the AIRBAG light, and the Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light in the instrument panel for 6 to inflate. Ignoring the AIRBAG light in any part of airbag to be deployed. If it comes on...
... enough to require the airbags to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. These rates are possible. These include all of the way as you drive, have the airbags to inflate the airbags. The airbag covers separate and fold out of the items listed... level of the system, it signals the inflator units. If the light does not come on, stays on the AIRBAG light, and the Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light in the instrument panel for 6 to inflate. Ignoring the AIRBAG light in any part of airbag to be deployed. If it comes on...
Owner's Manual
Page 42
... side of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbags. In addition, approximately 5 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will not detect rollover or rear impacts. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of collision severity from the... after the airbags have been deployed. A quantity of the vehicle. 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • It is not advisable to drive your eyes) with power door locks will not be deactivated if the key is removed from the side impact sensors.
... side of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbags. In addition, approximately 5 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will not detect rollover or rear impacts. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of collision severity from the... after the airbags have been deployed. A quantity of the vehicle. 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • It is not advisable to drive your eyes) with power door locks will not be deactivated if the key is removed from the side impact sensors.
Owner's Manual
Page 47
..., if any of the following occurs, have the airbags ready for your protection in an impact. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Airbag Light You will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before accessing the electronic data stored... by DaimlerChrysler (regardless of initiative), the company or its designated representative will want to have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • The AIRBAG light does not come on while driving.
..., if any of the following occurs, have the airbags ready for your protection in an impact. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Airbag Light You will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before accessing the electronic data stored... by DaimlerChrysler (regardless of initiative), the company or its designated representative will want to have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • The AIRBAG light does not come on while driving.
Owner's Manual
Page 58
...Examine tires for stones, nails, glass, or other fluid leaks. Check for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake fluid ... the defrost mode and place the blower control on while driving, have it checked. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on for cuts or cracks. 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on the instrument panel. If...
...Examine tires for stones, nails, glass, or other fluid leaks. Check for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake fluid ... the defrost mode and place the blower control on while driving, have it checked. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on for cuts or cracks. 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on the instrument panel. If...
Owner's Manual
Page 94
... delay will be cancelled. The 90 second delay interval begins when headlight switch is turned off before the ignition, they will turn signal lights. If the headlights or park lights are still on . However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off in the normal manner. To activate the delay feature, turn... show proper operation of headlight illumination for 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your vehicle in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center section for normal night time driving.
... delay will be cancelled. The 90 second delay interval begins when headlight switch is turned off before the ignition, they will turn signal lights. If the headlights or park lights are still on . However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off in the normal manner. To activate the delay feature, turn... show proper operation of headlight illumination for 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your vehicle in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center section for normal night time driving.
Owner's Manual
Page 99
... starting off the TCS system by the DaimlerChrysler warranty. When the TCS warning light is illuminated continuously, the TCS is active. To return to the drive train and is located in the instrument cluster lights up on the center of the instrument panel. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...the traction control system OFF press the TCS OFF button until the traction control Indicator turns OFF. The TCS light will flash as soon as possible. Avoid spinning one drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by TCS, press the TCS OFF ...
... starting off the TCS system by the DaimlerChrysler warranty. When the TCS warning light is illuminated continuously, the TCS is active. To return to the drive train and is located in the instrument cluster lights up on the center of the instrument panel. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...the traction control system OFF press the TCS OFF button until the traction control Indicator turns OFF. The TCS light will flash as soon as possible. Avoid spinning one drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by TCS, press the TCS OFF ...
Owner's Manual
Page 101
...a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The yellow BAS malfunction indicator light and the yellow ESP warning light in either the BAS or the ESP system. They should go out with the engine running , a malfunction...the ignition switch turned to the appropriate wheel. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 either the BAS or the ESP system. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful ...
...a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The yellow BAS malfunction indicator light and the yellow ESP warning light in either the BAS or the ESP system. They should go out with the engine running , a malfunction...the ignition switch turned to the appropriate wheel. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 either the BAS or the ESP system. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful ...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
...by ESP is not covered by ESP, press the ESP switch (the ESP warning light in the instrument cluster goes out). When the ESP system is disabled (if one drive wheel. If the ESP warning light begins to flash as soon as possible. 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The... ESP warning light, located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash during acceleration, ease up ...
...by ESP is not covered by ESP, press the ESP switch (the ESP warning light in the instrument cluster goes out). When the ESP system is disabled (if one drive wheel. If the ESP warning light begins to flash as soon as possible. 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The... ESP warning light, located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash during acceleration, ease up ...
Owner's Manual
Page 135
If the pointer remains on while driving, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as a bulb check when the ignition switch is operated. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on the "H", and you hear a chime, turn the engine off ....at a rapid rate, check for 6 to turn signal lever is first turned ON. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 CAUTION! Driving with the turn signals on for a defective outside light bulb. 7. Idle the vehicle with the exterior turn signal when the turn the signals off immediately, and call a service...
If the pointer remains on while driving, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as a bulb check when the ignition switch is operated. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on the "H", and you hear a chime, turn the engine off ....at a rapid rate, check for 6 to turn signal lever is first turned ON. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 CAUTION! Driving with the turn signals on for a defective outside light bulb. 7. Idle the vehicle with the exterior turn signal when the turn the signals off immediately, and call a service...
Owner's Manual
Page 136
..., and do not switch off the engine as soon as possible. 11. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the ESP, or TCS - if equipped. 10.... While driving, ease up on . If the BAS malfunction indicator light comes on continuously with the engine running , a malfunction has been detected...
..., and do not switch off the engine as soon as possible. 11. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the ESP, or TCS - if equipped. 10.... While driving, ease up on . If the BAS malfunction indicator light comes on continuously with the engine running , a malfunction has been detected...
Owner's Manual
Page 137
...problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If the light remains lit with the charging system. If the light stays on or turns on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 17. If the light does not come on while driving, it indicates a problem with the engine running ...will flash or remain on high beam. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will usually be obtained. 16. Refer to high beam. 13. The light should turn on for service as soon as a bulb check. Immediate ...
...problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If the light remains lit with the charging system. If the light stays on or turns on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 17. If the light does not come on while driving, it indicates a problem with the engine running ...will flash or remain on high beam. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will usually be obtained. 16. Refer to high beam. 13. The light should turn on for service as soon as a bulb check. Immediate ...
Owner's Manual
Page 138
... equipped with steering wheel mounted switches). If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is a problem with the brake light on until the cause is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which change fluid level conditions. Driving a vehicle with the anti-lock brake system. You could have service performed, and the brake fluid level...
... equipped with steering wheel mounted switches). If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is a problem with the brake light on until the cause is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which change fluid level conditions. Driving a vehicle with the anti-lock brake system. You could have service performed, and the brake fluid level...
Owner's Manual
Page 139
...Light The VTA indicator Light flashes rapidly when the VTA is arming, and slowly when the VTA is required. The light.... If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by turning...Information Placard. This light will repeat every ten...The operation of the Brake Warning Light can lead to the proper pressure ...repair to the ON position. The light should stop and check your tires ...light is lit, one or more of...light also will remain on when the parking brake is applied. The light ...light shows only that the parking brake is applied with the ABS Light. The light...
...Light The VTA indicator Light flashes rapidly when the VTA is arming, and slowly when the VTA is required. The light.... If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by turning...Information Placard. This light will repeat every ten...The operation of the Brake Warning Light can lead to the proper pressure ...repair to the ON position. The light should stop and check your tires ...light is lit, one or more of...light also will remain on when the parking brake is applied. The light ...light shows only that the parking brake is applied with the ABS Light. The light...
Owner's Manual
Page 140
...occurs. Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and set to immediate loss of your typical driving cycles. If the ABS light is added. 24. If the ABS light does not turn on until fuel is on through several of power or severe catalytic converter damage. This...an authorized dealer. 23. Certain conditions such as four seconds. Low Fuel Indicator Light The Low Fuel Light will continue to the ON position, have the condition checked promptly. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will turn on when turning the key from OFF to the ON ...
...occurs. Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and set to immediate loss of your typical driving cycles. If the ABS light is added. 24. If the ABS light does not turn on until fuel is on through several of power or severe catalytic converter damage. This...an authorized dealer. 23. Certain conditions such as four seconds. Low Fuel Indicator Light The Low Fuel Light will continue to the ON position, have the condition checked promptly. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will turn on when turning the key from OFF to the ON ...
Owner's Manual
Page 213
...condition. Over Temperature Mode The transmission electronics constantly monitor the transmission oil temperature. STARTING AND OPERATING 213 Maneuvering To maneuver in D (Drive) position. Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on . To move the gear selector lever out of gear ratios. This may cause... the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator light to reverse, while applying only slight acceleration. The gear position will return to provide you with a brake transmission shift interlock system...
...condition. Over Temperature Mode The transmission electronics constantly monitor the transmission oil temperature. STARTING AND OPERATING 213 Maneuvering To maneuver in D (Drive) position. Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on . To move the gear selector lever out of gear ratios. This may cause... the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator light to reverse, while applying only slight acceleration. The gear position will return to provide you with a brake transmission shift interlock system...
Owner's Manual
Page 214
... is applied. It does not show the degree of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen.... When you choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will turn on , the brake light in DRIVE. 214 STARTING AND OPERATING You can shift in or out of brake application.
... is applied. It does not show the degree of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen.... When you choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will turn on , the brake light in DRIVE. 214 STARTING AND OPERATING You can shift in or out of brake application.
Owner's Manual
Page 217
Immediate repair to the ABS system is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). 5 If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light remain on . If the ABS light does not come on when the ignition switch is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may stay on for as long as four seconds.... If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded...
Immediate repair to the ABS system is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). 5 If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light remain on . If the ABS light does not come on when the ignition switch is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may stay on for as long as four seconds.... If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded...
Owner's Manual
Page 246
...area, such as octane enhancers are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be out-of methanol. 246 STARTING AND OPERATING some light smoke, your engine may be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which are now... service. Never run the engine in civil penalties being sold as a garage, and never sit in exhaust gases is raised. Until repaired, drive with the engine running for service assistance. • The use of such fuels or additives are not recommended. Contact your vehicle to prevent ...
...area, such as octane enhancers are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be out-of methanol. 246 STARTING AND OPERATING some light smoke, your engine may be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which are now... service. Never run the engine in civil penalties being sold as a garage, and never sit in exhaust gases is raised. Until repaired, drive with the engine running for service assistance. • The use of such fuels or additives are not recommended. Contact your vehicle to prevent ...
Owner's Manual
Page 248
... running. • A fire may increase while you hear a "clicking" sound. 248 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • Tighten the gas cap until you drive. Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle... and/or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle. This is an indication that is not secured properly the Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will turn on the ground while filling. Make sure that may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container ...
... running. • A fire may increase while you hear a "clicking" sound. 248 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • Tighten the gas cap until you drive. Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle... and/or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle. This is an indication that is not secured properly the Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will turn on the ground while filling. Make sure that may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container ...
Owner's Manual
Page 274
...9643; Brakes ...299 ▫ Brake Fluid Level Check ...300 ▫ Fuel System Hoses ...301 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...301 ▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) - If Equipped ...302 ▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...303 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...303 ▫ ......306 Power Distribution Centers ...307 ▫ Front Power Distribution Center ...307 ▫ Rear Power Distribution Center ...309 Vehicle Storage ...313 Replacement Light Bulbs ...313 Bulb Replacement ...314 ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, And Park/Turn Lamp ...314 ▫ Tail/Stop,...
...9643; Brakes ...299 ▫ Brake Fluid Level Check ...300 ▫ Fuel System Hoses ...301 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...301 ▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) - If Equipped ...302 ▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...303 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...303 ▫ ......306 Power Distribution Centers ...307 ▫ Front Power Distribution Center ...307 ▫ Rear Power Distribution Center ...309 Vehicle Storage ...313 Replacement Light Bulbs ...313 Bulb Replacement ...314 ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, And Park/Turn Lamp ...314 ▫ Tail/Stop,...