8. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each
gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the
accelerator.
9. Security Alarm System Indicator Light — If
Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds
when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will
flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set.
The security light will also come on for about three
seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
10. 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.
11. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator
Light — If Equipped
If this indicator light flashes during accelera-
tion, apply as little throttle as possible. While
driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your
speed and driving to the prevailing road con-
ditions, and do not switch off the ESP, or TCS — if
equipped. The indicator light will flash when the ESP or
TCS System is active and helping to improve vehicle
stability. If the indicator light is on solid, ESP or TCS may
not be able to function normally.
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake,
place the transmission in P (Park), and turn the ignition
to OFF for both vehicles.
3. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the discharged battery. Connect the other end
of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then connect the other end to
a non-paint metal surface on the engine of the vehicle
with the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good
contact on the engine.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
NOTE:To start the vehicle following connection of a
booster battery, the Security Alarm System must first be
disabled by cycling a front door key cylinder or by using
the keyless entry transmitter.
WARNING!
Jump starting can be dangerous. To avoid personal
injury or damage to electrical components in vehicle,
observe the following warnings:
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn
or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact
your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............165,246
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 156
Adjustable Pedals....................... 132
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 323
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 325
Air Conditioning........................ 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 217
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 326
Air Conditioning System.................. 213
Air Filter.............................. 323
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 264
Airbag................................ 37
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.......................51,65,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 51
Alarm..............................22,166
Alarm System........................... 22
Alignment and Balance................... 268
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 210
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 357
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 165
Anti-Theft System.....................22,166
Appearance Care........................ 340
Auto Down Power Windows................ 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 73
Automatic Door Locks..................... 17
Automatic Headlights..................... 113
Automatic Temperature Control............. 218
Automatic Transmission................233,336
Adding Fluid......................... 338
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 336
Fluid Level Check...................... 337
Fluid Type........................... 336
Special Additives...................... 339
Torque Converter...................... 238
Autostick............................. 235
392 INDEX
Interior Lights....................... 111,115
Intermittent Wipers...................... 118
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 298
Jack Operation.......................298,300
Jacking Instructions...................... 300
Jump Starting.......................... 303
Key, Programming........................ 14
Key, Replacement........................ 13
Key, Sentry............................. 12
Key-In Reminder......................... 12
Keyless Entry System...................... 18
Keys.................................. 11
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 28
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)....58,59Lead Free Gasoline...................... 277
Leaks, Fluid............................ 66
Liftgate................................ 23
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 24
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 155
Lights..............................65,111
Airbag............................51,165
Alarm............................... 65
Anti-Lock........................... 165
Automatic Headlights................... 113
Back-Up............................. 355
Battery Saver......................... 112
Brake Warning........................ 164
Bulb Replacement...................... 351
Cargo .............................. 150
Center Mounted Stop................... 356
Cruise.............................. 169
Daytime Running...................... 115
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............. 112,116
INDEX 399
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Trip ................................ 168
Off-Pavement Driving..................250,344
Off-Road Driving.....................250,344
Oil, Engine............................ 316
Capacity............................ 357
Change Interval....................... 317
Dipstick............................. 316
Filter............................... 320
Identification Logo..................... 319
Materials Added to..................... 320
Pressure Warning Light.................. 166
Recommendation...................318,357
Viscosity..........................319,357
Onboard Diagnostic System..............313,314
Opener, Garage Door..................... 138
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 74
Overdrive............................. 236
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 236
Overhead Console....................... 137Overheating, Engine...................168,297
Owner’s Manual........................ 389
Paint Care............................. 340
Paint Damage.......................... 340
Panic Alarm............................ 19
Park Assist System, Rear.................. 127
Parking Brake.......................... 244
Passing Light........................... 116
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 132
Pets.................................. 63
Pets, Transporting........................ 63
Phone, Cellular.......................... 76
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 76
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 260
Polishing and Waxing..................... 341
Power
Distribution Center..................... 346
Door Locks........................... 17
402 INDEX
Lumbar Support....................... 101
Memory............................. 106
Power.............................. 102
Rear Folding......................... 103
Reclining............................ 100
Security Against Theft..................... 15
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............22,166
Selection of Oil......................... 318
Sentry Key............................. 12
Sentry Key Programming................... 14
Sentry Key Replacement................... 13
Service Assistance....................... 384
Service Contract......................... 386
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 164
Service Manuals........................ 389
Setting the Clock.....................188,202
Shifting
Automatic Transmission................. 233
Shoulder Belts........................... 28Signals, Turn................... 116,164,353,355
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 275
Snow Plow............................ 293
Spare Tire............................. 299
Spark Plugs............................ 321
Specifications
Fuel................................ 277
Oil ................................ 318
Speed Control.......................... 134
Speedometer........................... 164
Starting............................... 230
Automatic Transmission................. 230
Cold Weather......................231,232
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 303
Engine Block Heater.................... 232
Engine Fails to Start.................... 231
Steering
Power.............................. 326
Wheel, Tilt........................... 120
INDEX 405
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