2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA warning lights

However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a
few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.
•As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,
eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for cleaning.
•It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another
collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags, seat belt pretensioners and driver
inflatable knee blocker cannot protect you in an-
other collision. Have the airbags, seat belt preten-
sioners, driver inflatable knee blocker and the front
passenger seat belt retractor assembly, replaced by
an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Also, have
the Occupant Classification System serviced as well.
Enhanced Accident Response
If the airbags and seat belt pertensioners deploy after an
impact and the electrical system remains functional,
vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock
automatically. In addition, approximately 10 seconds
after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights
will illuminate until the ignition switch is turned off.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57
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To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 15
cm (6 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the
overhead console. Each light is turned ON by pressing
the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn the light
OFF. The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the
dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second
detent.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Four speed automatic transmissions will experience a
downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descend-
ing downhill. This downshift to 3rd gear is necessary to
maintain vehicle set speed.
On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so
it may be preferable to drive without speed control.
WARNING!
Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE—IF EQUIPPED
The overhead console can contain courtesy/reading
lights, an optional universal garage door opener
(HomeLink), storage for sunglasses, optional power
sunroof switches and an optional power liftgate switch.
Overhead Console
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The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.
16. High Beam Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the Multi-Function lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.
17. Navigation Screen—If Equipped
The navigation system provides maps, turn identifica-
tion, selection menus and instructions for selecting a
variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your“Navi-
gation User’s Manual”for detailed operating instruc-
tions.
18. Front Fog Light Indicator—If Equipped
This light shows the front fog lights are ON.19. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light
should turn on momentarily when the engine is
started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
continuous chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
20. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,
the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. Refer toEnhanced Driver Seat Belt Re-
minder System (BeltAlert™)in the Occupant Restraints
section for more information.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171
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High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)—If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365
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Adding Fuel........................... 290
Adding Washer Fluid..................128,339
Additives, Fuel......................... 289
Adjustable Pedals....................... 133
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 335
Air Conditioning.....................223,228
Air Conditioning Controls................. 223
Air Conditioning Filter.................243,336
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 335
Air Conditioning System..........223,228,232,335
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 224
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 273
Airbag................................ 44
Airbag Deployment....................... 56
Airbag Light...................48,50,58,69,173
Airbag Maintenance....................... 58
Airbag, Window......................... 45
Alarm System........................... 25
Alignment and Balance................... 280All Wheel Drive...................255,281,352
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 217
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........341,342,368
Disposal............................ 344
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 258
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 166
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 25
Appearance Care........................ 354
Arming Theft System...................... 25
Auto Down Power Windows................ 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 76
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights.................... 123
Automatic Temperature Control............. 232
Automatic Transaxle...................... 251
Adding Fluid......................... 370
Interlock System....................... 252
Reset Mode.......................... 252
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Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 331
Air Conditioning....................243,336
Automatic Transaxle.................... 351
Engine Fuel.......................... 332
Engine Oil........................330,369
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 330
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 300
Turn Signal.....................166,366,367
Floor Console.......................... 151
Fluid Capacities......................... 368
Fluid Leaks............................. 69
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 350
Brake............................347,370
Power Steering.....................336,370
Fluids................................ 369
Fog Light Service........................ 366Fog Lights.......................124,171,366
Folding Rear Seat........................ 113
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 312
Fuel................................. 287
Adding............................. 290
Additives............................ 289
Clean Air............................ 287
Filler Cap............................ 290
Filter............................... 332
Gasoline............................ 287
Gauge.............................. 166
Hoses.............................. 349
Octane Rating......................287,369
Requirements......................287,368
Tank Capacity........................ 368
Fuel System Caution..................... 289
Fueling............................... 290
Fuses................................ 359
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Garage Door Opener..................... 138
GasCap ...........................290,323
Gasoline.............................. 287
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 287
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 288
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 165
Fuel................................ 166
Speedometer......................... 166
Tachometer.......................... 169
Gearshift.............................. 253
General Information..................15,23,284
Glass Cleaning.......................... 357
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 115
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 292
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 292
Hands-Free Phone........................ 79
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 300Head Phones........................... 211
Head Restraints......................... 104
Headlights............................ 365
Bulb Replacement...................... 364
High Beam........................... 125
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 125
Passing............................. 125
Replacing............................ 364
Switch.............................. 122
Time Delay.......................... 124
Heated Seats........................... 105
Heater............................... 223
Heater, Engine Block..................... 250
Holder, Cup........................... 150
Homelink Transmitter.................... 138
Hood Release.......................... 119
Hoses.............................345,349
410 INDEX