•Airbag disable lamp status (if equipped)
•Timeof airbag deployment (in terms of ignition
cycles and vehicle mileage)
•Airbag deployment level (if applicable)
•Impact acceleration and angle
•Seat belt status
•Brake status (service and parking brakes)
•Accelerator status (including vehicle speed)
•Engine control status (including engine speed)
•Transmission gear selection
•Cruise control status
•Traction/stability control status
•Tire pressure monitoring system status
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all
times — babies and children, too. Every state in the
United States and all Canadian provinces require that
small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the
law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-
led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats, rather than in the front.
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child
seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the correct seat
for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your
child.
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator
operation at speeds greater than 35 mph (56 km/h). The
speed control lever is located on the right side of the
steering wheel.
To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the
instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
OFF, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The
CRUISE indicator will turn off. The system should be
turned OFF when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.
Speed Control Switches
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14. Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
Indicates when the rear axle lock has been
activated.
15. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute
(RPM).
CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur.
16. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime
will sound 10 times. After the chime turns off, the
engine will still be critically hot until the light goes out.17. Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light — If
Equipped
Refer to “Sentry Key Immobilizer System” or “Vehicle
Security Alarm” in Section 2 of this manual.
18. Coolant Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. The red
zone to the far right indicates possible overheat-
ing. Seek authorized service immediately if the
gauge operates in the red zone. In U.S. vehicles, tempera-
ture is indicated in degrees fahrenheit; in Canadian
vehicles in degrees centigrade.
19. Cruise Indicator Light
This light shows when the electronic speed
control system is turned on.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205
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Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............208,366
Child Restraint....................64,65,71,75
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............70,71
Child Seat.............................. 69
Climate Control......................... 252
Clock...........................219,235,246
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 251
Compass.............................. 211
Compass Calibration..................... 213
Console............................... 118
Console, Floor.......................... 118
Contract, Service........................ 442
Converter, Catalytic...................... 373
Cooling System......................... 380
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 382
Coolant Capacity...................... 412
Coolant Level......................... 384
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 383Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 381
Inspection........................... 380
Points to Remember.................... 384
Pressure Cap......................... 383
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........381,412
Temperature Gauge..................... 205
Corrosion Protection..................... 393
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 375
Cruise Light........................... 205
Cup Holder............................ 117
Customer Assistance..................... 440
Data Recorder, Event...................... 62
Daytime Running Lights................... 101
Dealer Service.......................... 368
Defroster, Rear Window................... 195
Defroster, Windshield...............253,255,256
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 101
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 365
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 100
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 369
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 359
Disarming, Theft System................... 19
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 371
Used Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 383
Door Locks...........................29,30
Doors................................. 26
Drive Belts............................ 372
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................... 88
Driving............................... 289
Off-Pavement......................... 290
Off-Road............................ 290
Dual Top.............................. 120
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 116
Electrical Power Outlets................... 116Electronic Brake Control System............. 107
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 107
Brake Assist System.................... 108
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 109
Electronic Stability Program............... 110
Traction Control System................. 108
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 109
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 104
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 110
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 210
Emergency Brake........................ 295
Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light.................... 204
Coolant Temperature Gauge.............. 205
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 350
Jacking............................. 352
Jump Starting......................... 356
Tow Hooks.......................... 358
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Cruise.............................. 205
Daytime Running...................... 101
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 100
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator....................... 115,208,209
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 210
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 205
Fog .............................100,410
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 350
Headlight Switch....................... 99
Headlights........................... 409
High Beam........................... 203
High Beam Indicator.................... 203
Instrument Cluster...................... 99
Interior.............................. 97
Lights On Reminder.................... 100
Low Fuel............................ 202
LowTire ............................ 206
Oil Pressure.......................... 203Passing............................. 100
Rear Servicing........................ 411
Rear Tail............................ 411
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 203
Sentry Key........................... 205
Service.............................. 409
Side Marker.......................... 411
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 206
Traction Control....................... 208
Turn Signal..................100,203,410,411
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 202
Loading Vehicle......................... 328
Tires ............................... 304
Locking Axle........................285,286
Locks
Door..............................29,30
Power Door........................... 31
Steering Wheel......................... 15
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Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 43
Shoulder Belts........................... 37
Side Airbag............................. 58
Signals, Turn...................100,203,410,411
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 315
Soft Top...........................141,164
Spare Tire............................. 353
Spark Plugs............................ 373
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 321
Oil ................................ 371
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 104
Speedometer........................... 202
Starting............................... 265
Automatic Transmission................. 265
Cold Weather......................... 266
Engine Block Heater.................... 269
Engine Fails to Start.................... 266
Manual Transmission................... 265Steering
Power...........................298,377
Tilt Column.......................... 103
Wheel Lock........................... 15
Wheel, Tilt........................... 103
Storage............................ 118,407
Storage, Behind the Seat................... 119
Storage, Vehicle......................259,407
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 407
Sunrider.............................. 160
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 47
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic............. 287
Swing Gate, Rear......................... 34
System, Navigation...................... 245
Tachometer............................ 205
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 205
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 70
Theft System Arming...................... 19
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