Owner's Manual
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. NOTE: Use of the air conditioning may cause puddles of exterior ... retractor condition, see your authorized dealer. You should be replaced after overnight parking for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for stones, nails, glass, or other fluid leaks. If the light stays on or comes on high speed. Lights Have someone observe the operation of...
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. NOTE: Use of the air conditioning may cause puddles of exterior ... retractor condition, see your authorized dealer. You should be replaced after overnight parking for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for stones, nails, glass, or other fluid leaks. If the light stays on or comes on high speed. Lights Have someone observe the operation of...
Owner's Manual
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... Signals ...78 ▫ Headlight Dimmer Switch ...79 ▫ Passing Light ...80 ▫ Windshield Wipers And Washer ...80 ▫ Mist Function ...81 Telescoping Steering Column ...82 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...83 Rear Spoiler ...87 Brake Assist System (BAS) ...89 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ...91 ▫ Synchronizing ESP ...93 Electronic Speed Control ...94...
... Signals ...78 ▫ Headlight Dimmer Switch ...79 ▫ Passing Light ...80 ▫ Windshield Wipers And Washer ...80 ▫ Mist Function ...81 Telescoping Steering Column ...82 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...83 Rear Spoiler ...87 Brake Assist System (BAS) ...89 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ...91 ▫ Synchronizing ESP ...93 Electronic Speed Control ...94...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
...proper pressure, Driving on a significantly under -inflated. Do not drive the vehicle until you should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to tire failure. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: If the indicator light in the instrument cluster does not go out after starting the ...engine, the telescoping column is significantly under -inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or...
...proper pressure, Driving on a significantly under -inflated. Do not drive the vehicle until you should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to tire failure. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: If the indicator light in the instrument cluster does not go out after starting the ...engine, the telescoping column is significantly under -inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or...
Owner's Manual
Page 84
...is not intended to provide you about a low tire pressure condition, but it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to each wheel as a tire pressure gauge. The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless technology to ... receiver located inside the vehicle. Sensors mounted to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. After adjusting the air pressure in a tire, there will not function as part of rapid tire pressure loss. NOTE: The TPM system can inform you with notification of the valve...
...is not intended to provide you about a low tire pressure condition, but it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to each wheel as a tire pressure gauge. The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless technology to ... receiver located inside the vehicle. Sensors mounted to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. After adjusting the air pressure in a tire, there will not function as part of rapid tire pressure loss. NOTE: The TPM system can inform you with notification of the valve...
Owner's Manual
Page 85
ALWAYS check the pressure in your tires changes with temperature. NOTE: The pressure in your tires if the TPM lamp is very cold. For example, tires inflated to illuminate whenever the pressure in one tire falls 25% below the TPM setpoint. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 The TPM system will cause the indicator... recommended pressure shown on the following day if the temperature is illuminated. 3 A significant decrease in temperature could illuminate the TPM indicator lamp on the vehicle's tire label.
ALWAYS check the pressure in your tires changes with temperature. NOTE: The pressure in your tires if the TPM lamp is very cold. For example, tires inflated to illuminate whenever the pressure in one tire falls 25% below the TPM setpoint. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 The TPM system will cause the indicator... recommended pressure shown on the following day if the temperature is illuminated. 3 A significant decrease in temperature could illuminate the TPM indicator lamp on the vehicle's tire label.
Owner's Manual
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...of Industry Canada. This device may result. NOTE: Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for the original equipment tires and wheels. In addition to illuminate and the alert will not damage the sensors. The TPM system has been optimized for compliance ... and/or style. Operation is not of FCC rules and with the TPM system, and will sound. Low tire pressure will cause the tire pressure light to monitoring tire pressures, the TPM system also monitors faults within the system. They will remain on your authorized dealer. 86 UNDERSTANDING...
...of Industry Canada. This device may result. NOTE: Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for the original equipment tires and wheels. In addition to illuminate and the alert will not damage the sensors. The TPM system has been optimized for compliance ... and/or style. Operation is not of FCC rules and with the TPM system, and will sound. Low tire pressure will cause the tire pressure light to monitoring tire pressures, the TPM system also monitors faults within the system. They will remain on your authorized dealer. 86 UNDERSTANDING...
Owner's Manual
Page 89
.... Keep hands and fingers away from acting on the vehicle, nor can prevent accidents. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of physics from the...
.... Keep hands and fingers away from acting on the vehicle, nor can prevent accidents. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of physics from the...
Owner's Manual
Page 91
... OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 If the malfunction indicator light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to the appropriate wheel.
... OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 If the malfunction indicator light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to the appropriate wheel.
Owner's Manual
Page 107
... the floor or driveway causing a potential slip and fall hazard. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the ON/RUN position, the indicator light comes on while driving, the fluid reservoir is less than 1⁄4 filled. ...light first illuminates, the maximum fill amount is marked with commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze or water, depending on the vehicle's tire label. It should be refilled at least 25% below the recommended pressure on ambient temperature. Do not overfill the washer reservoir. Do...
... the floor or driveway causing a potential slip and fall hazard. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the ON/RUN position, the indicator light comes on while driving, the fluid reservoir is less than 1⁄4 filled. ...light first illuminates, the maximum fill amount is marked with commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze or water, depending on the vehicle's tire label. It should be refilled at least 25% below the recommended pressure on ambient temperature. Do not overfill the washer reservoir. Do...
Owner's Manual
Page 108
... NOTE: The TPMS can be parked on level ground and the engine stopped. You or others can inform you about a low tire pressure condition, but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. NOTE: The pressure in heavy stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the radiator has had time to... monitor your tires if the TPMS telltale lamp is corrected. WARNING! The TPMS is not intended to open the hood until the problem is illuminated. 3. If you with ...
... NOTE: The TPMS can be parked on level ground and the engine stopped. You or others can inform you about a low tire pressure condition, but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. NOTE: The pressure in heavy stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the radiator has had time to... monitor your tires if the TPMS telltale lamp is corrected. WARNING! The TPMS is not intended to open the hood until the problem is illuminated. 3. If you with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 136
... Tire Safety Information ...159 Tires-General Information ...159 ▫ Tire Pressure ...159 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...160 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...162 ▫ Tire Spinning ...162 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...163 ▫ Replacement Tires ...163 ▫ Alignment And Balance ...165 Tire Pressure Monitor System (If Equipped) . . 165 ▫ General Information ...167 Tire Chains ...167 Original Equipment Tires ...168 Snow Tires ...168 Tire...
... Tire Safety Information ...159 Tires-General Information ...159 ▫ Tire Pressure ...159 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...160 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...162 ▫ Tire Spinning ...162 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...163 ▫ Replacement Tires ...163 ▫ Alignment And Balance ...165 Tire Pressure Monitor System (If Equipped) . . 165 ▫ General Information ...167 Tire Chains ...167 Original Equipment Tires ...168 Snow Tires ...168 Tire...
Owner's Manual
Page 150
.... Applying the brakes very quickly results in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure. WARNING! If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability, the remaining system...
.... Applying the brakes very quickly results in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure. WARNING! If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability, the remaining system...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
...hydroplaning. WARNING! The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin. When ESP is active, engine torque is limited and the ESP warning light starts ... of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be enhanced by equipping the vehicle with DaimlerChrysler recommended mud and snow (M+S) rated radial-ply tires and/or snow chains. 152 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Program (ESP) The ESP enhances directional control and reduces wheelspin under various...
...hydroplaning. WARNING! The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin. When ESP is active, engine torque is limited and the ESP warning light starts ... of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be enhanced by equipping the vehicle with DaimlerChrysler recommended mud and snow (M+S) rated radial-ply tires and/or snow chains. 152 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Program (ESP) The ESP enhances directional control and reduces wheelspin under various...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
... off at 50 mph (80 km/h). Damage to spin, the ESP system will then be used without the recommended mud and snow (M+S) rated radial-ply tires. The ESP warning light will apply the brake at approximately 24 mph (40 km/h), and switches off , the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled. When...
... off at 50 mph (80 km/h). Damage to spin, the ESP system will then be used without the recommended mud and snow (M+S) rated radial-ply tires. The ESP warning light will apply the brake at approximately 24 mph (40 km/h), and switches off , the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled. When...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
...vehicle speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of front or rear tires or wheels on the brake while this manner only can reduce braking effectiveness. Maintain proper tire pressure and always use the tires and wheels specified in optimal braking power while maintaining the ability to take ...over- STARTING AND OPERATING 155 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under -inflation of tires, or mixing sizes of road surface conditions. The system operates to prevent wheel lock-up . In the case of hazardous road conditions ...
...vehicle speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of front or rear tires or wheels on the brake while this manner only can reduce braking effectiveness. Maintain proper tire pressure and always use the tires and wheels specified in optimal braking power while maintaining the ability to take ...over- STARTING AND OPERATING 155 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under -inflation of tires, or mixing sizes of road surface conditions. The system operates to prevent wheel lock-up . In the case of hazardous road conditions ...
Owner's Manual
Page 157
... at very slow speeds. This could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can build up between the tire tread and the road. To use your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The ABS cannot prevent...
... at very slow speeds. This could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can build up between the tire tread and the road. To use your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The ABS cannot prevent...
Owner's Manual
Page 159
... affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the tire manufacturer. Objects on tire maintenance. STARTING AND OPERATING 159 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION See general tire safety information included in the "If You Need Consumer Assistance" section of your Owner's Manual package. Please...
... affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the tire manufacturer. Objects on tire maintenance. STARTING AND OPERATING 159 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION See general tire safety information included in the "If You Need Consumer Assistance" section of your Owner's Manual package. Please...
Owner's Manual
Page 160
...can cause uneven wear patterns to check tire pressure. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability- Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for signs of the ... the driver's side "B" pillar. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. 160 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tire Placard Orientation tread act The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for passenger cars is listed on either...
...can cause uneven wear patterns to check tire pressure. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability- Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for signs of the ... the driver's side "B" pillar. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. 160 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tire Placard Orientation tread act The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for passenger cars is listed on either...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle can be required for high speed vehicle operation. Tire pressures change by 3 psi (21 kPa), which could damage the valve stem. Keep this outside temperature = 32° F (0° C) then the cold tire inflation pressure should be too low. This will be...wide range of air temperature change. Tire Pressures for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. 5 Cold tire inflation pressure is very important. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side wall. Example: If garage ...
...vehicle can be required for high speed vehicle operation. Tire pressures change by 3 psi (21 kPa), which could damage the valve stem. Keep this outside temperature = 32° F (0° C) then the cold tire inflation pressure should be too low. This will be...wide range of air temperature change. Tire Pressures for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. 5 Cold tire inflation pressure is very important. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side wall. Example: If garage ...
Owner's Manual
Page 162
Don't drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 35 mph (55 km/h). WARNING! WARNING! Always use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of sidewall flexing. High speed driving with other types of this manual. You could cause an accident. ... be dangerous. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are repairable only in Section 6 of tires on your tires could explode and injure someone. The added strain on your vehicle will cause your vehicle's wheels above 75 mph (120 km/h). Consult your vehicle ...
Don't drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 35 mph (55 km/h). WARNING! WARNING! Always use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of sidewall flexing. High speed driving with other types of this manual. You could cause an accident. ... be dangerous. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are repairable only in Section 6 of tires on your tires could explode and injure someone. The added strain on your vehicle will cause your vehicle's wheels above 75 mph (120 km/h). Consult your vehicle ...