2006 CHRYSLER PACIFICA steering wheel

WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power steering
assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolong operation of the steering system at the end
of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering
fluid temperature and should be avoided when
possible. Damage to the power steering pump may
occur.
TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
The Traction Control System reduces wheel slip and
maintains traction at the driving (front) wheels. The
system reduces wheel slip by engaging the brake on the
wheel that is losing traction (spinning). The system will
operate at speeds below 35 mph (56 km/h).
The system is always in the “stand by” mode unless,
•The Traction Control Switch has been used to turn the
system OFF
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension
dimensions and performance characteristics, result-
ing in changes to steering, handling, and braking of
your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling
and stress to steering and suspension components.
You could lose control and have an accident resulting
in serious injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel
sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity,
other than what was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could
result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
Alignment And Balance
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
•Fast tire wear.
•Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear.
•Vehicle pull to right or left.
Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull to the left or right.
Alignment will not correct this condition. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.
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2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become
visible.
4. Keep tires properly inflated.
5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverse
and Drive. Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to
maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels is most effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And
don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 35 mph (55 km/h).
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▫Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints ........355
▫ Steering Shaft Seal ....................355
▫ Steering Linkage ......................355
▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints ..............355
▫ Body Lubrication .....................356
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................356
▫ Windshield And Rear Window Washers .....357
▫ Exhaust System ......................357
▫ Cooling System .......................358
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......363
▫ Brakes .............................364
▫ Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check . . 365
▫ Fuel System Hoses ....................367 ▫
Automatic Transmission ................367
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .....370
▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...........372
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ...........................372
▫ Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders . . . 376

Integrated Power Module (IPM) ............377

Vehicle Storage ........................380

Replacement Light Bulbs .................381

Bulb Replacement ......................382
▫ Standard Quad Headlights ...............382
▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) —
If Equipped .........................383
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Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 26
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........359,387
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 12
Sentry Key Programming ................... 14
Service Assistance ....................... 414
Service Contract ......................... 416
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 173
Service Manuals ........................ 418
Setting the Clock ........................ 186
Shoulder Belts ........................... 35
Signals, Turn ..................... 169,384,385
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 329
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 294
Snow Tires ............................ 295
Spare Tire ....................... 286,287,322
Spark Plugs ............................ 349
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 138
Speedometer ........................... 169
Starting ............................... 258 Engine Fails to Start
.................... 259
Starting and Operating .................... 258
Starting Procedures ...................... 258
Steering Linkage ............................. 355
Power ........................... 271,354
Shaft Seal ............................ 355
Tilt Column .......................... 133
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ............................. 229
Storage ............................ 155,380
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 252,380
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 380
Sun Roof .............................. 149
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 83
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 142
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 151
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 45
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 348
INDEX 435
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