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Central Locking — If Equipped
All vehicle doors are locked with the first turn of the key
to the LOCK position. The double activation feature
requires you to turn the key in the cylinder lock two
times within five seconds to UNLOCK all vehicle doors
at once.
Door Ajar Warning
If you move the vehicle and a door is not completely
closed, the word DOOR will replace the odometer dis-
play and a chime will sound once. The odometer display
will reappear once the door is closed.
Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically, as programmed from
the factory, if:
1. The transaxle is in gear,
2. All doors are closed,
3. Vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h),
4. The accelerator pedal is depressed.The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled
by performing the following procedure:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.
2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN
and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position.
Ignition Key Position
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With the ignition ON, the word “deck” will be displayed
in place of the odometer display indicating that the trunk
is open. The odometer display will reappear once the
trunk is closed or if the trip button is depressed.
With the key in lock position or key out, the “deck” will
be displayed until the trunk is closed.
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING
WARNING!
Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape,
even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped
in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or
heat stroke.
Trunk Internal Emergency Release
NOTE:
As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-
gency Release lever is built into the trunk latching
mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked
inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by
pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the
trunk latching mechanism. See picture.
Emergency Release
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Dimmer Control
With the parking lights or headlights
on, rotating the dimmer control for the
interior lights on the Multi-Function
Control Lever upward will increase
the brightness of the instrument panel
lights.
Dome Light Position
Rotate the dimmer control completely
upward to the second detent to turn
on the interior lights. The interior
lights will remain on when the dim-
mer control is in this position.
Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the ex-
treme bottom full-circle position. The
interior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
Daytime Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control to the first
detent (full-circle). This feature bright-
ens the odometer and radio display
when the parking lights or headlights
are on during daylight conditions.
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13. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine cool-
ant condition.
14. Transmission Range Indicator
This indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans-
mission gear selection.
An optionalAutoStick Gear Indicatordisplays the current
transaxle gear when in AutoStick mode.
15. Odometer/Trip Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed, during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.
The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To
switch from odometer to trip odometer, press and release
the Trip Odometer button. Press and release the Tripbutton a second time to return to the odometer. While in
trip mode, press and hold the button for at least
12second
to reset the trip odometer.
Door, Deck or Trunk Ajar Warnings
If you move the vehicle and a door is not completely
closed, the word DOOR will replace the odometer dis-
play and a chime will sound once. The odometer display
will reappear when the door is closed. If the trunk is not
completely closed, the word DECK will replace the
odometer display. The odometer display will reappear
when the trunk is closed.
16. Anti-Lock Warning Light — If Equipped
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
described elsewhere in this manual. This light
will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
RUN position and may stay on for several seconds. If
the light does not come on, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer. The warning light should be
checked frequently to assure that it is operating prop-
erly.
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Trip Conditions
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
This display shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset.
Estimated Range (DTE)
This display shows the estimated distance that can be
traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This esti-
mated distance is based on the most recent trip informa-
tion: (Average Fuel Economy) x (Fuel Remaining)
This display cannot be reset.
Present Fuel Economy (ECO)
This display shows fuel economy for the last few sec-
onds.
This display cannot be reset.
Trip Odometer (ODO)
This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset.
Elapsed Time (ET)
This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time
since the last reset.
Compass Temperature Display
This display provides the outside temperature and one of
eight compass readings to indicate the direction the
vehicle is facing.
WARNING!
Even if the display still reads a few degrees above
32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly
in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such
conditions to prevent an accident and possible per-
sonal injury or property damage.
Compass Calibration
The Automatic Compass Calibration feature eliminates
the need for the operator intervention under normal
conditions. If the CAL indicator is lit, the compass needs
to be calibrated. A good calibration requires a level
surface and an environment free of large metal objects
such as large buildings, bridges, underground cables,
railroad tracks, etc.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combina-
tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance charac-
teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han-
dling, 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.
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.
Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-
balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and
avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
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Locks
Central.............................. 15
Child Protection....................... 17
Cylinder............................ 228
Cylinder Maintenance.................. 228
Door............................... 13
Ignition.............................. 9
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 42
Lubricants............................ 228
Lubrication, Body....................... 228
Luggage/Cargo Capacity................. 185
Lumbar Support........................ 58
Maintenance Free Battery................. 224
Maintenance Procedures.................. 218
Maintenance Schedule................... 260
Light Duty Schedule “B”................ 263
Schedule “A”........................ 272
Schedule “B”........................ 263
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................89,216
Manual, Service........................ 281Mirrors............................... 54
Automatic Dimming.................... 54
Electric Remote....................... 55
Outside...........................55,56
Rearview............................ 54
Vanity.............................. 56
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Mopar Parts........................217,280
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 64
Navigation System...................... 118
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 46
Occupant Restraints...................... 25
Odometer............................. 91
Tampering........................... 91
Trip ................................ 91
Oil, Engine......................218,255,256
Capacity............................ 255
Change Interval...................... 219
Checking........................... 218
Disposal............................ 221
Filter...........................221,256
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Overdrive........................... 152
Selection of Lubricant.................. 239
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 91
Transmission....................See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................... 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 73
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)...... 18
Transporting Pets........................ 45
Tread Wear Indicators................... 172
Trip Computer.......................... 94
Trip Odometer.......................... 91
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 91
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 23
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 22
Turn Signals.........................66,89
Underhood Fuses....................... 245
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 283
Universal Transmitter.................... 73
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 178Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 235
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 56
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 6
Vehicle Loading.....................164,185
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 248
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)......... 21
Vinyl Trim............................ 243
Viscosity, Engine Oil..................... 255
Voltmeter.............................. 89
Warning, Door Ajar...................... 15
Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 198
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 280
Washer, Adding Fluid................... 230
Washers, Windshield..................67,230
Washing Vehicle........................ 241
Waxing and Polishing................... 241
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 174
Wind Buffeting.......................25,79
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............32,37
Window Fogging....................... 132
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