
SALES CODE RAK ± AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD
(6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE
RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and
WMA CAPABILITIES
NOTE:
The radio sales code is located on the lower
right side of your radio faceplate.
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
NOTE:
The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC
position to operate the radio.
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press
the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.
Electronic Volume Control
The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the
volume control to the right increases the volume and to
the left decreases it.
When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be
set at the same volume level as last played.
Mode Button (Radio Mode)
Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the
CD player, Cassette, Satellite, or Vehicle Entertainment
System (VES) (if equipped).
SEEK Button (Radio Mode)
Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next
station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left
side to seek down. The radio will remained tuned to theRAK Radio
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Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or
move through available folders. Press the TUNE control
to select a folder.
Buttons1-6(CDMode for MP3 Play)
Selects disc positions1-6forPlay/Load/Eject.
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If
Equipped)
Refer to ªHands-Free Phoneº in Section 3 of the Owner's
Manual.
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If
Equipped)
Refer to the ªSatellite Radioº section of the Owner's
Manual.
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES) (If Equipped)
Refer to separate ªVideo Entertainment System (VES)
Guide.º
SALES CODE REC Ð AM/FM/CD (6±DISC) RADIO
WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3
Capability (REC) - combines a Global-Positioning
System-based navigation system with an integrated color
screen to provide maps, turn identification, selection
menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina-
tions and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD
changer with MP3 capability.
REC Radio
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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily ªclearº by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
35 Ð 5 Amp
OrangeAmplifier - if equipped/
Antenna/Ignition
Delay/Overhead
Console/Passenger Door
Lock & Express Power
Window Switch - if
equipped/Power Mir-
rors - if equipped/Rear
Defrost
36 Ð 20 Amp
YellowHands Free Phone - if
equipped/Media System
Monitor DVD - if
equipped/Radio/
Satellite Receiver - if
equipped
37 Ð 15 Amp
BlueTransmission - NAG1
38 Ð 5 Amp
OrangeCargo Light/Overhead
Console
39 Ð 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirrors - if
equippedCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
40 Ð 10 Amp
RedHeated Seats - if
equipped/Inside Rear-
view Mirror
41 Ð 10 Amp
RedTire Pressure Monitoring
- if equipped
42 30 Amp
PinkÐ Front Blower Motor
43 30 Amp
PinkÐ Amplifier - if equipped/
Antenna/Rear Defrost
44 20 Amp
BlueÐ Amplifier - if equipped/
Front Control Module
(FCM)/Sunroof - if
equipped
*Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The Cluster is fused by the 25 amp circuit
breaker in Cavity 11. The Passenger Seat Switch is fused
by the 25 amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The Door
Modules and the Driver Express Power Window Switch
(if equipped) are fused by the 25 amp circuit breaker in
296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

²If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
general manager or owner of the dealership. They
want to know if you need assistance.
²If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you
may contact the Manufacturer's Customer Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer's Customer
Center should include the following information:
²Owner's name and address
²Owner's telephone number (home and office)
²Dealership name
²Vehicle identification number
²Vehicle delivery date and mileage
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer
Center
P.O. Box 21±8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321±8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone Ð(800) 465±2001
In Mexico contact:
Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F.
In Mexico (915) 729±1248 or 729±1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729±1248 or 729±1240
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer
Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1±800±380±CHRY.
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you
believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause
a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, and the
manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1±888±327±4236 (TTY: 1±800±424±
9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov. or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Washington DC
20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations
and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B
3V9.
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tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac-
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NOTE:A street address is required when ordering
manuals. (No P.O. Boxes).
²Service Manuals.
These comprehensive service manuals provide the
information that students and professional technicians
need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving,
maintaining, servicing, and repairing DaimlerChrysler
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Fluid Type.......................... 306
Shifting............................ 196
Special Additives..................... 287
Autostick..........................198,200
Ball Joints............................ 276
Battery............................... 273
Emergency Starting.................... 254
Jump Starting........................ 254
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 19
Location.........................255,273
Bearings.............................. 287
Belts, Drive........................... 270
Belts, Seat............................. 29
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 276
B-Pillar Location....................... 217
Brake Assist System..................... 209
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 208
Brake, Parking......................... 203
Brake System.......................204,284
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................204,208
Fluid Check......................285,306
Hoses.............................. 284Master Cylinder...................... 285
Parking............................ 203
Warning Light....................128,204
Brakes............................... 204
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 195
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 54
Bulb Replacement...................... 299
Bulbs, Light........................... 298
Calibration, Compass.................... 136
Capacities, Fluid....................... 304
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 240
Oil (Engine)......................... 269
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 281
Car Washes........................... 288
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............55,240
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 173
Catalytic Converter..................... 271
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............144,151
Cellular Phone.......................... 65
Chains, Tire........................... 227
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 214
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............240,264
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 238
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 237
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 238
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 125
Fuel............................... 124
Speedometer......................... 124
Tachometer.......................... 124
General Information.................14,20,237
Glass Cleaning......................... 290
Gross Axle Weight Rating................. 244
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............... 244
GVWR............................... 244
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)............ 65
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 248
Head Restraints......................... 86
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 290
High Beam........................... 93
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 93
Lights On Reminder.................... 92On With Wipers.....................91,97
Passing............................. 93
Switch.............................. 90
Time Delay........................... 91
Heated Seats........................... 86
Heater............................... 175
Heater, Engine Block.................... 192
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . 93
Holder, Cup........................... 114
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . 104
Hood Release.......................... 89
Hoses............................... 283
Ignition............................... 11
Key ................................ 11
Ignition Key Removal.................... 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................. 12
Infant Restraint.......................46,47
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 129
Information Center, Vehicle............... 132
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 62
Instrument Cluster...................123,124
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