2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA airbag

Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63
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tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinfla-
tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Each tire, including the spare, should be checked
monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation
pressure as specified in the tire and loading information
placard and owner's manual.
22. Airbag Light
This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
23. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
messages.24. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If this light is accompanied by a continuous
chime, the engine temperature is critically hot, and
the vehicle should be turned off immediately. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC)
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) con-
sists of the following:
²Vehicle information warning message displays
²Tire Pressure Monitor System Ð If Equipped
²Customer programmable features
²Compass display Ð If Equipped
²Mini-Trip functions Ð If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145
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Adding Fuel........................... 240
Adding Washer Fluid..................109,285
Additives, Fuel......................... 238
Adjustable Pedals........................ 99
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 281
Air Conditioning Filter.................192,282
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 281
Air Conditioning System................183,281
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 223
Airbag................................ 43
Airbag Deployment....................... 50
Airbag Light.....................47,52,63,145
Airbag Maintenance....................... 52
Airbag, Side............................ 50
Alarm System........................... 24
Alignment and Balance................... 229
All Wheel Drive...................205,230,298
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze Disposal...................... 290Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............287,288
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 208
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 139
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 24
Appearance Care........................ 300
Auto Down Power Windows................ 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 70
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights.................... 105
Automatic Temperature Control............. 183
Automatic Transaxle...................201,295
Adding Fluid......................... 313
Filter............................... 297
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 297
Fluid Level Check...................... 296
Interlock System....................... 202
Reset Mode.......................... 202
Selection Of Lubricant................295,313
Shifting............................. 203
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Latches
Hood............................... 100
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 235
Liftgate................................ 26
Lights..............................63,102
Airbag........................47,52,63,145
Anti-Lock........................... 139
Automatic Headlights................... 105
Back-Up............................. 310
Brake Warning........................ 140
Bulb Replacement...................306,307
Courtesy/Reading..................... 102
Cruise.............................. 143
Daytime Running...................... 105
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 103
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 145
Fog ..........................106,143,309
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 250
Headlight Switch...................... 103Headlights.....................103,307,308
High Beam Indicator.................... 143
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Instrument Cluster..................... 103
Interior............................. 104
License............................. 311
Lights On Reminder.................... 105
Malfunction Indicator................... 143
Oil Pressure.......................... 144
Park............................... 309
Reading............................. 114
Rear Servicing........................ 310
Rear Tail............................ 310
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 144
Service...........................306,307
Service Engine Soon.................... 143
Side Marker.......................... 310
Turn Signal..................103,106,309,310
Voltage............................. 138
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Shoulder Belts........................... 32
Side Airbag............................. 50
Signals, Turn.....................139,309,310
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 259
Snow Chains........................... 233
Snow Tires............................ 234
Spare Tire............................. 253
Spark Plugs............................ 277
Speed Control.......................... 111
Speedometer........................... 139
Starting............................... 198
Engine Fails to Start.................... 199
Starting and Operating.................... 198
Steering
Linkage............................. 283
Power........................... 211,282
Shaft Seal............................ 283
Tilt Column.......................... 110Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 178
Storage............................126,306
Storage, Vehicle......................192,306
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 306
Sulfur in Gasoline....................... 237
Sun Roof.............................. 121
Sun Visor Extension....................... 73
Sunglass Storage........................ 115
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 43
System, Navigation...................... 182
Tachometer............................ 142
Tape Player............................ 164
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 183
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......138,251
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............53,55
Theft Alarm............................ 24
Theft System............................ 24
358 INDEX