provided to the custodial entity upon request. General
data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes
may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash
databases, such as those maintained by the US govern-
ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive
nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve-
hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential
data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora-
tion to any third party except when:
1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data
with a particular crash record in an aggregate database,
provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter
preserved
2. Used in defense of litigation involving a
DaimlerChrysler Corporation product
3. Requested by police under a legal warrant
4. Otherwise required by lawData Parameters that May Be Recorded:
²Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status
for electronically-controlled safety systems, including
the airbag system
²Airbag disable lamp status (if equipped)
²9Time9of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition
cycles and vehicle mileage)
²Airbag deployment level (if applicable)
²Seatbelt status
²Brake status (service and parking brakes)
²Accelerator status (including vehicle speed)
²Engine control status (including engine speed)
²Cruise control status
²Traction/stability control status
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53
2
Press the left side of the button to move the pedals
rearward (toward the driver).
Press the right side of the button to move the pedals
forward (away from the driver).
²The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
²The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
²The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in R
(Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. A message
will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be ad-
justed when the system is locked out (ªAdjustable
Pedal Disabled Ð Cruise Control Engagedº or ªAd-
justable Pedal Disabled Ð Vehicle In Reverseº). Refer
to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in
Section 4 for more information.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal's
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become
limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in
the adjustable pedal's path.
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3
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera-
tions at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The
controls are mounted on the steering wheel and consist of
ON´OFF, SET, RES´ACCEL, CANCEL, and DECEL con-
trols.
To Activate
Press the ON´OFF button to turn the system ON. To turn
the system OFF, press the ON´OFF button again. The
system should be turned OFF when not in use. The
CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will
illuminate when the system is ON.
To Set at a Desired Speed
When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press
and release the SET button. Release the accelerator and
the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
To Deactivate
A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing
the CANCEL button will deactivate the Speed Control
without erasing the memory. Pressing the ON´OFF to
turn the system OFF or turning off the ignition erases the
memory.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
16. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash
or remain on continuously. Refer to9Occupant Restraints
Ð Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)9in Section 2 for more information.
17. Cruise Indicator Light
This indicator lights when the speed control
system is turned ON.
18. 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.
19. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transmission
gear selection.
20. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177
4
²MEMORY #2 POSITIONS SET
²MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED Ð SEATBELT FAS-
TENED (with graphic)
²MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED Ð VEHICLE NOT IN
PARK
²DRIVER 1 MEMORY
²DRIVER 2 MEMORY
²PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED Ð CRUISE CONTROL
SET
²PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED Ð SHIFTER IN RE-
VERSE
²SERVICE TIRE PRESS SYSTEM
²LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE
²RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE
²LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE
²RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE
Customer Programmable Features
Press the MENU button until one of the display choices
following appears:
Menu Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181
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Cellular Phone.......................... 78
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 345
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 251
Checks, Safety.........................66,67
Child Restraint......................54,60,62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............58,60
Child Safety Locks........................ 28
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 271
Climate Control......................... 222
Clock.............................197,210
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 221
Compass.............................. 186
Compass Variance....................... 193
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 186
Console, Overhead....................... 144
Contract, Service........................ 372
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 321
Cooling System......................... 318
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 320Coolant Capacity...................... 346
Coolant Level......................318,322
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 321
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 319
Inspection........................... 322
Points to Remember.................... 322
Pressure Cap......................... 321
Radiator Cap......................... 321
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........319,346
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 128
Cruise Light........................... 177
Cup Holder............................ 157
Customer Assistance..................... 370
Data Recorder, Event...................... 52
Daytime Running Lights................... 117
Dealer Service.......................... 304
Defroster, Rear Window................... 165
Defroster, Windshield...................66,226
380 INDEX
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 301
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 119
Dipsticks
Power Steering........................ 314
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 321
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 27
Door Opener, Garage..................... 145
Drive Belts............................ 309
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 214
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 76
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 155
Electronic Brake Control System............. 131
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 134
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 178
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . 176,179Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 241
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 292
Jump Starting......................... 293
Emission Control System Maintenance......302,350
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 310
Air Cleaner Filter...................... 310
Break-In Recommendations................ 64
Checking Oil Level..................... 305
Compartment......................... 300
Compartment Identification............... 300
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 318
Cooling............................. 318
Exhaust Gas Caution..................65,273
Fails to Start.......................... 235
Flooded, Starting...................... 235
Fuel Requirements..................270,346
Oil ..............................305,346
INDEX 381
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LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).....58,60
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 270
Leaks, Fluid............................ 67
Life of Tires............................ 264
Liftgate................................ 32
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 33
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 164
Lights..............................67,114
Airbag............................52,173
Alarm............................... 66
Anti-Lock........................... 173
Automatic Headlights................... 115
Back-Up............................. 344
Battery Saver......................... 114
Brake Assist Warning.................136,176
Brake Warning........................ 172
Bulb Replacement...................... 341
Cargo .............................. 158Center Mounted Stop................... 345
Cruise.............................. 177
Daytime Running...................... 117
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............. 114,119
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.......................136,174,176
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 178
Fog .......................... 118,178,343
Fuses............................... 333
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 292
Headlight Switch...................... 115
Headlights........................... 341
Headlights On With Wipers............... 115
High Beam Indicator.................... 172
Illuminated Entry....................... 19
Instrument Cluster................... 115,117
Interior........................... 117,119
Lights On Reminder.................... 118
Low Fuel............................ 178
INDEX 385
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