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NOTE:If you try to remove the key before you place the
lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily
in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the
right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
NOTE:The power window switches, radio, power
sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain
active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned
off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instruments And Controls.................225
Instrument Cluster......................226
Instrument Cluster Description.............227
Electronic Digital Clock..................236
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................236
Radio General Information................237
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................237
▫Two Types Of Signals..................237
▫Electrical Disturbances..................237▫AM Reception.......................237
▫FM Reception........................237
Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability...................238
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......238
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode.........242
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....244
▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —
If Equipped.........................2454
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▫Satellite Antenna......................279
▫Reception Quality.....................279
Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 280
▫Radio Operation......................280
▫Tape Player.........................281
▫CD Player..........................281
Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......281
Compact Disc Maintenance................282
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........283Climate Controls.......................283
▫Heater Only — If Equipped..............284
▫Air Conditioning And Heating —
If Equipped.........................286
▫Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature
Control — If Equipped.................289
▫Operating Tips.......................293
▫Operating Tips Chart...................296
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NOTE:The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if
equipped), and 6 disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped)
will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door
will cancel this feature.
SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)
RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND
HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY
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.
REF Radio
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REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will
increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume. The center button of the
right hand control will allow you to change the mode.
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push
button in the center. The function of the left hand control
is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the left side switch will SEEK up for
the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the
switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left hand control
will tune to the next pre-set station that you have
programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons.
Remote Sound System Controls
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NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-
lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft
protection encoding. Try a known good disc before
considering disc player service.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular
phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor-
mance 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 “clear” by the repo-
sitioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio
volume be turned down or off during cellular phone
operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this
vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort
controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions.
Climate Control Location
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also contribute to the noise condition. Repeated or con-
tinuous noises during braking may be an indication that
the brake linings are worn and in need of replacement.
Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System — RWAL
The Anti-lock Brake System provides increased vehicle
stability and brake performance under most braking
conditions. The system automatically controls the opera-
tion of the rear brakes to prevent rear wheel lockup.
The system remains operational in the four-wheel drive
mode. The level of performance is reduced when the
front brakes are locked up. This may cause the rear
brakes to lockup through the drivetrain, which may
reduce the effectiveness of the Anti-lock Brake System.
During severe braking conditions, particularly with
changing road surfaces, such as ice to concrete, a slight
drop or minor pulsation may be felt in the brake pedal.
WARNING!
Both Anti-Lock Brake Systems contain sophisticated
electronic equipment. It may be susceptible to inter-
ference caused by improperly installed or high out-
put radio transmitting equipment. This interference
can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capabil-
ity. Installation of such equipment should be per-
formed by qualified professionals.
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System — If
Equipped
This Anti-lock Brake System is designed to aid the driver
in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking
conditions. The system operates with a separate com-
puter to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel
lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.
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Door Locks........................... 27
Mirrors............................. 123
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 196
Seats............................153,154
Sliding Rear Window................... 209
Steering..........................343,464
Sunroof............................. 193
Windows............................. 31
Power Steering Fluid..................... 515
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............46,85
Pretensioners
Seat Belts...........................44,83
Programmable Electronic Features.........188,192
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................188,192
Radial Ply Tires......................... 369
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......470,471
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 237Radio, Navigation....................... 274
Radio Operation...................238,246,260
Radio Remote Controls.................... 280
Radio, Satellite.......................... 275
Radio (Sound Systems)..............238,246,260
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 477
Rear Seat, Folding....................157,158
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 483
Rear Window Features.................... 209
Rear Window, Sliding..................... 210
Reclining Front Seats..................150,151
Reclining Rear Seats...................... 156
Recorder, Event Data....................58,97
Recreational Towing...................... 410
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N).... 411,413
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 412,415
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 381
Refrigerant............................ 464
Reminder, Seat Belt.....................44,84
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