
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see you
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts
and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59
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9. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
NOTE:
A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is
driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal
on.
NOTE:Check for a defective outside light bulb if either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate. (See page 96 for more
information.)
10. Airbag Warning Light
This light will turn on for 6 to 8 seconds as a
bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is either not on
during starting, or stays on, or turns on
while driving, then have the system inspected at your
authorized dealer as soon as possible. (See page 47 for
more information.)11. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light will turn on and a single chime will
sound to warn of an overheated engine condi-
tion. When this light turns on, the engine tem-
perature is critically hot. The vehicle should be turned
off immediately and serviced as soon as possible. (See
page 276 for more information.)
12. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)/Traction
Control System (TCS) Indicator Light
If this indicator light flashes during accelera-
tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as
little throttle as possible. Adapt your speed
and driving to the prevailing road condi-
tions, and do not switch off the ESP. (See page 222 for
more information.)
13. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Brake
Assist System (BAS) Malfunction Indicator Light
The yellow ESP/BAS malfunction indicator
light will turn on when the key in the
ignition switch is turned to the ªONº posi-
tion. The light should go out with the engine
running. If the light remains on after several ignition
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137
4

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
1 60 Amp
YellowÐ Ignition Off Draw (IOD)
2 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery
3ÐÐÐ
4 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery
5 40 Amp
GreenÐ Heated Seats - if
equipped
6 Ð 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump
7 Ð 20 Amp
YellowAmplifier Ð Subwoofer
8 Ð 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Switch/Airbag
Control Module (ACM)
9 Ð 20 Amp
YellowConsole Power Outlet
10ÐÐÐ
11*ÐÐÐCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
12*ÐÐÐ
13*ÐÐÐ
14 Ð 10 Amp
RedAC Heater Control/
Cluster/Sentry Key Re-
mote Keyless Entry
15 Ð 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow Brake Mod-
ule - if equipped
16 Ð 20 Amp
YellowRear Power Outlet
17 Ð 20 Amp
YellowCluster
18 Ð 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
19 Ð 10 Amp
RedStop Lights
20 Ð 20 Amp
YellowRear Wiper
21ÐÐÐ
22ÐÐÐ
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323
7

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
23ÐÐÐ
24ÐÐÐ
25ÐÐÐ
26ÐÐÐ
27 Ð 10 Amp
RedAirbag/Airbag Control
Module (ACM)
28 Ð 10 Amp
RedCurtain Airbag - if
equipped
29 Ð 5 Amp
OrangeAnti-lock Brakes
Module/Cluster/Front
Control Module (FCM)/
Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)/Sentry
Key Remote Keyless
Entry/Stop Lights
30 Ð 10 Amp
RedDoor Modules/Power
Mirrors - if equipped/
Steering Control Module
31ÐÐÐCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
32ÐÐÐ
33ÐÐÐ
34ÐÐÐ
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
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 219
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 309
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Rear Washer Fluid................ 198
Adding Washer Fluid..............100,198,305
Adjustable Pedals....................... 102
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)............................... 299
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 302
Air Conditioning....................187,189
Air Conditioning Controls................ 187
Air Conditioning Filter................195,303
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 196
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........302,303
Air Conditioning System...........187,189,302
Air Pressure, Tires...................140,238
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,45
Airbag Light....................44,47,59,137
Airbag Maintenance...................... 46
Airbag, Side........................... 44
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,44
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 140Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 243
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 182
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........308,309,331
Disposal............................ 310
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)..........219,222
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............142,221
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 140
Appearance Care....................... 316
Auto Down Power Windows............... 26
Auto Up Power Windows................. 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 64
Automatic Door Locks..................22,23
Automatic Headlights.................... 94
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 189
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 315
Automatic Transmission............ 211,314,315
Adding Fluid.....................315,333
Autostick........................... 215
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 315
364 INDEX

HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter........................... 107
Hood Release.......................... 92
Hoses............................. 311,312
Ignition............................... 11
Key ................................ 11
Ignition Key Removal.................... 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................. 12
Infant Restraint.......................48,49
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 140
Information Center, Vehicle............... 143
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 64
Instrument Cluster...................134,135
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 133
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 319
Interior Appearance Care................. 318
Interior Fuses.......................... 320
Interior Lights.......................... 97
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).......99,197
Introduction............................ 4Jump Starting......................... 282
Key, Programming....................... 14
Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer).................. 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 17
Keys................................. 11
Knee Bolster........................... 39
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 96
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 31
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)...........................51,53
Latch Plate............................ 32
Latches............................... 59
Hood............................... 92
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 253
Life of Tires........................... 241
Liftgate............................... 28
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............ 197
Lights..............................59,93
Airbag.......................44,47,59,137
370 INDEX

Front Seat.........................31,32
Operating Instructions.................. 32
Pretensioners......................... 36
Rear Seat............................ 31
Reminder........................... 138
Untwisting Procedure................... 36
Seats................................. 87
Heated.............................. 89
Lumbar Support....................... 89
Power.............................. 87
Rear Folding......................... 91
Reclining............................ 88
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............15,140
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........308,332
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................. 12
Service Assistance...................... 356
Service Contract........................ 358
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator)............................. 142
Service Manuals........................ 359
Setting the Clock.................157,163,174
Settings, Personal....................... 151
Shifting.............................. 207Automatic Transmission.............207,211
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 35
Shoulder Belts.......................... 31
Side Airbag............................ 44
Signals, Turn........................96,137
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 216
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 243
Snow Tires............................ 244
Spark Plugs........................... 298
Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 103
Speedometer.......................... 135
Starting.............................. 204
Automatic Transmission................ 205
Engine Fails to Start................... 205
Starting and Operating................... 204
Starting Procedures..................... 204
Steering
Column Controls...................... 96
Linkage............................ 304
Power...........................221,304
Tilt Column......................... 101
Wheel, Tilt.......................... 101
INDEX 375
10

Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls........................ 183
Storage............................ 118,326
Storage, Vehicle.....................195,326
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 326
Sun Roof............................. 112
Sunglasses Storage...................... 106
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 39
System, Navigation..................... 173
Tachometer........................... 135
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 101
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 189
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......136,277
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 51
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 15
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 15
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................. 125
Tilt Steering Column.................... 101
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 233
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 232
Tire Markings......................... 228
Tire Safety Information................... 228TIREFIT.............................. 277
Tires ...........................59,237,360
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 241
Air Pressure......................... 237
Alignment.......................... 243
Chains............................. 243
General Information................... 237
High Speed......................... 239
Inflation Pressures.................... 238
Life of Tires......................... 241
Load Capacity....................233,234
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 246
Quality Grading...................... 360
Radial............................. 240
Replacement......................... 242
Rotation............................ 245
Safety...........................228,237
Sizes............................... 230
Snow Tires.......................... 244
Spinning............................ 240
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 241
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 266
Towing.............................. 262
376 INDEX