Owner's Manual
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..., after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will cancel this feature. NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is considered an invalid key even if it is cut to start the engine. Opening either front door will turn on after the bulb check, ...or activated. The system does not need to start the engine. The system will result in Section 3 of whether the vehicle is automatic, regardless of this feature is turned off after the ignition switch is programmable. If the light remains on for three (3) seconds for that are programmed...
..., after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will cancel this feature. NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is considered an invalid key even if it is cut to start the engine. Opening either front door will turn on after the bulb check, ...or activated. The system does not need to start the engine. The system will result in Section 3 of whether the vehicle is automatic, regardless of this feature is turned off after the ignition switch is programmable. If the light remains on for three (3) seconds for that are programmed...
Owner's Manual
Page 17
... subject to a total of Industry Canada. The horn will sound repeatedly for 3 minutes and the headlights and security light in the instrument cluster will stop flashing, turn on again for unauthorized operation. The engine will also be received, including interference that may be programmed during this procedure to program up to the...
... subject to a total of Industry Canada. The horn will sound repeatedly for 3 minutes and the headlights and security light in the instrument cluster will stop flashing, turn on again for unauthorized operation. The engine will also be received, including interference that may be programmed during this procedure to program up to the...
Owner's Manual
Page 18
... that the system is set . After the alarm is armed. The security light in your dealer. The security system will also disarm, if the vehicle is being set , the security light will flash at starting the engine, the system will shut down . If you remain in the instrument cluster ...will flash rapidly to unlock the door(s). NOTE: If the security light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked...
... that the system is set . After the alarm is armed. The security light in your dealer. The security system will also disarm, if the vehicle is being set , the security light will flash at starting the engine, the system will shut down . If you remain in the instrument cluster ...will flash rapidly to unlock the door(s). NOTE: If the security light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked...
Owner's Manual
Page 26
...The hood is opened The hazard switch is pressed The transmission is moved out of the following occur: • If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 • Any engine warning lamps come on the key fob twice within three seconds. To cancel remote start will run for 15 minutes. After ...the key in the Ignition and move it to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will cancel remote start and automatically turn off. To enter the vehicle while the engine is about to the RUN position, otherwise the engine will sound briefly. Remote start , press the REMOTE START button ...
...The hood is opened The hazard switch is pressed The transmission is moved out of the following occur: • If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 • Any engine warning lamps come on the key fob twice within three seconds. To cancel remote start will run for 15 minutes. After ...the key in the Ignition and move it to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will cancel remote start and automatically turn off. To enter the vehicle while the engine is about to the RUN position, otherwise the engine will sound briefly. Remote start , press the REMOTE START button ...
Owner's Manual
Page 49
... the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the seat belt Warning Light to the OFF position and buckle the driver's seat belt. If during this time, the seat belt becomes unbuckled or the engine is cranked or started, programming will be cancelled. 3. If during this time ... 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. DO NOT start the engine or press the trip reset button. 2. Once the warning is turned out of the ignition switch being turned to chime and flash the Seat...
... the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the seat belt Warning Light to the OFF position and buckle the driver's seat belt. If during this time, the seat belt becomes unbuckled or the engine is cranked or started, programming will be cancelled. 3. If during this time ... 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. DO NOT start the engine or press the trip reset button. 2. Once the warning is turned out of the ignition switch being turned to chime and flash the Seat...
Owner's Manual
Page 60
NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine related gauges are otherwise unavailable. In the event that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes See your dealer if the fuse is designed to ... blown fuses. Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an airbag deployment, your protection. 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The light flickers or comes on and remains on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses.
NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine related gauges are otherwise unavailable. In the event that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes See your dealer if the fuse is designed to ... blown fuses. Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an airbag deployment, your protection. 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The light flickers or comes on and remains on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses.
Owner's Manual
Page 78
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Dome/Reading Lights ...151 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped ...152 ▫ Compass/Temperature Button ...158 Garage Door Opener - If Equipped ...160 ▫... Wind Buffeting ...168 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...169 Electrical Power Outlets ...169 ▫ 115V Inverter Outlet - If Equipped ...170 ▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration) ...171 Floor Console ...172 ▫ Front Floor Console Features ...172 ▫ Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped ...175 Factory ...
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Dome/Reading Lights ...151 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped ...152 ▫ Compass/Temperature Button ...158 Garage Door Opener - If Equipped ...160 ▫... Wind Buffeting ...168 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...169 Electrical Power Outlets ...169 ▫ 115V Inverter Outlet - If Equipped ...170 ▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration) ...171 Floor Console ...172 ▫ Front Floor Console Features ...172 ▫ Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped ...175 Factory ...
Owner's Manual
Page 133
... "A." The headlights will turn off after 8 minutes. NOTE: While the engine is running and the ambient light sensor indicates that will automatically turn on when the engine is running , the system will deactivate the Fog Lights and Heated seats if a low battery system voltage is detected. NOTE: ... minutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off , the exterior lights will leave the headlights on while the ignition is off, the exterior lights will automatically turn off. If the headlights remain on for 90 seconds.
... "A." The headlights will turn off after 8 minutes. NOTE: While the engine is running and the ambient light sensor indicates that will automatically turn on when the engine is running , the system will deactivate the Fog Lights and Heated seats if a low battery system voltage is detected. NOTE: ... minutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off , the exterior lights will leave the headlights on while the ignition is off, the exterior lights will automatically turn off. If the headlights remain on for 90 seconds.
Owner's Manual
Page 134
...avoid wiping with plastic headlight lenses that are activated, the Daytime Running Lights feature will illuminate when the engine is pressed. This provides a constant "Lights ON" condition until the ignition is applied the Daytime Running Lights will turn off. If the parking brake is turned OFF. Your ... ON when the switch is equipped with a dry cloth. 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights When the headlight switch is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be activated by rinsing.
...avoid wiping with plastic headlight lenses that are activated, the Daytime Running Lights feature will illuminate when the engine is pressed. This provides a constant "Lights ON" condition until the ignition is applied the Daytime Running Lights will turn off. If the parking brake is turned OFF. Your ... ON when the switch is equipped with a dry cloth. 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights When the headlight switch is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be activated by rinsing.
Owner's Manual
Page 171
...generator to recharge the vehicle's battery. Eventually, if plugged in use (i.e. coolers, 115V Inverter Plug vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. 3 • Accessories that can be driven a sufficient length of the vehicle not being started (with...'s battery will discharge the battery even more quickly. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration) CAUTION! • Many accessories that draw higher power (i.e. cellular phones, etc.).
...generator to recharge the vehicle's battery. Eventually, if plugged in use (i.e. coolers, 115V Inverter Plug vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. 3 • Accessories that can be driven a sufficient length of the vehicle not being started (with...'s battery will discharge the battery even more quickly. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration) CAUTION! • Many accessories that draw higher power (i.e. cellular phones, etc.).
Owner's Manual
Page 187
...the ON position. 2. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to a true reading when the engine is activated, a right-pointing or left-pointing arrow lights up and flashes to normal, seek authorized service immediately. These indicators... also indicate proper operation of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in V6 and V8 engines will remain near its last reading when the engine is moved, check for a ...
...the ON position. 2. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to a true reading when the engine is activated, a right-pointing or left-pointing arrow lights up and flashes to normal, seek authorized service immediately. These indicators... also indicate proper operation of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in V6 and V8 engines will remain near its last reading when the engine is moved, check for a ...
Owner's Manual
Page 188
...If the temperature reading does not return to 3 minutes. Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of a tank or less. 5. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, shift into N (Neutral) and increase the engine speed for several seconds after the ignition is turned ON as a ... 8. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 7. Low Fuel Warning Light This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads 1/8 of an overheated engine condition. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light comes on with the engine RPM vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more than one ...
...If the temperature reading does not return to 3 minutes. Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of a tank or less. 5. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, shift into N (Neutral) and increase the engine speed for several seconds after the ignition is turned ON as a ... 8. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 7. Low Fuel Warning Light This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads 1/8 of an overheated engine condition. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light comes on with the engine RPM vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more than one ...
Owner's Manual
Page 189
... dangerous. You may want to look under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. 9. Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 189 CAUTION! A hot engine cooling system is started. Follow the warnings under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this... manual. WARNING! If you decide to call for service. The light should be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Driving with a hot engine cooling system could be obtained. 4 If the if the light remains on while driving, it indicates a problem with the air conditioner...
... dangerous. You may want to look under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. 9. Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 189 CAUTION! A hot engine cooling system is started. Follow the warnings under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this... manual. WARNING! If you decide to call for service. The light should be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Driving with a hot engine cooling system could be obtained. 4 If the if the light remains on while driving, it indicates a problem with the air conditioner...
Owner's Manual
Page 190
...seconds when the ignition is first turned on momentarily when the ignition is turned On. Tachometer This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000). This light will also come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on during ...checked at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is required. Both malfunction indicator lights illuminate with the engine running. Immediate service should go out and the ABS is described elsewhere in this light remains on or comes on for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm ...
...seconds when the ignition is first turned on momentarily when the ignition is turned On. Tachometer This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000). This light will also come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on during ...checked at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is required. Both malfunction indicator lights illuminate with the engine running. Immediate service should go out and the ABS is described elsewhere in this light remains on or comes on for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm ...
Owner's Manual
Page 192
...pressed or ESP is required and you of engine management or brake thermal model. 19. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is only partially available caused by lack of a problem with the engine running your dealer for service as soon as ...ON/RUN position. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator light in the speedometer area illuminates with the transmission in the ignition switch turned to the prevailing road conditions. If the light remains lit with the engine running . Be sure to adapt your vehicle may...
...pressed or ESP is required and you of engine management or brake thermal model. 19. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is only partially available caused by lack of a problem with the engine running your dealer for service as soon as ...ON/RUN position. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator light in the speedometer area illuminates with the transmission in the ignition switch turned to the prevailing road conditions. If the light remains lit with the engine running . Be sure to adapt your vehicle may...
Owner's Manual
Page 193
... fluid level. The yellow "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" and the yellow "ESP/TCS Indicator Light" in either the ESP or the BAS system. If the "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" comes on continuously with the engine running , a malfunction has been detected in the instrument cluster both come on when the... ignition switch is dangerous! 22. They should go out with the engine running . If the light does not come on during starting , have the bulb repaired promptly. BRAKE System Warning Light The red "BRAKE" warning light will remain on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If this case, ...
... fluid level. The yellow "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" and the yellow "ESP/TCS Indicator Light" in either the ESP or the BAS system. If the "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" comes on continuously with the engine running , a malfunction has been detected in the instrument cluster both come on when the... ignition switch is dangerous! 22. They should go out with the engine running . If the light does not come on during starting , have the bulb repaired promptly. BRAKE System Warning Light The red "BRAKE" warning light will remain on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If this case, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 194
...MIL is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions and engine control system. Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need for system service. If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain... on for 15 seconds, then blink for 10 seconds, and remain on until the engine is started . Immediate service is required. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on, as possible. If the...
...MIL is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions and engine control system. Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need for system service. If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain... on for 15 seconds, then blink for 10 seconds, and remain on until the engine is started . Immediate service is required. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on, as possible. If the...
Owner's Manual
Page 233
... Control Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning Off. 4 The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in An indicator light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air conditioning is On. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button a second time to turn the air conditioning On or...
... Control Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning Off. 4 The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in An indicator light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air conditioning is On. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button a second time to turn the air conditioning On or...
Owner's Manual
Page 250
...when the defroster is located in the climate control panel. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is turned on the push-button will light when the defroster is operating. CAUTION! Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to the heating elements. Press the switch...and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to prevent damaging the heating elements. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is turned On. An amber indicator on with an ATC control. 250 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS If the rear wiper is operating when the ...
...when the defroster is located in the climate control panel. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is turned on the push-button will light when the defroster is operating. CAUTION! Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to the heating elements. Press the switch...and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to prevent damaging the heating elements. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is turned On. An amber indicator on with an ATC control. 250 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS If the rear wiper is operating when the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 261
...this section. Refer also to a suitable level. STARTING AND OPERATING 261 "1" First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at this temperature. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive). ...To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range. If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will ...
...this section. Refer also to a suitable level. STARTING AND OPERATING 261 "1" First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at this temperature. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive). ...To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range. If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will ...