2008 CHRYSLER ASPEN open hood

To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a
remote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the
UNLOCK button on the key fob. After the vehicle is
unlocked, you have 60 seconds to enter the vehicle, insert
the key in the ignition and move it to the RUN position;
otherwise, the engine will cancel remote start and auto-
matically turn off.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
²If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
²Any engine warning lamps come on
²The hood is opened
²The hazard switch is pressed
²The transmission is moved out of PARK
²The brake pedal is pressed.The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of
two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one
failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated
but the engine stopped cranking without starting. After
either of these conditions, or if the Security Alarm System
is alarming or if the PANIC button was pressed, the
vehicle must be reset by inserting a valid key into the
ignition and moving it to the RUN position, then back to
LOCK.
DOOR LOCKS
Manual Door Locks
All the doors can be ªmanuallyº locked from the inside
by pushing down the door lock plunger, located at the
rear of the door. Both front doors may be opened from the
inside with the door lock plunger in the down or locked
position.
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NSelf-Limiting Control...................141
NDriver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control....141
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............142
mLights...............................144
NInterior Lights.......................145
NBattery Saver........................145
NHeadlight Delay......................146
NAutomatic Headlights Ð If Equipped.......147
NHeadlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....147
NIlluminated Entry.....................147
NDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only).....148
NLights-On Reminder...................148
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped...............148NMultifunction Control Lever..............149
mWindshield Wipers And Washers............151
NWindshield Wipers....................151
NWindshield Washers...................153
mTilt Steering Column....................154
mDriver Adjustable Pedals Ð If Equipped......155
NAdjustment.........................155
mElectronic Speed Control Ð If Equipped......156
NTo Activate..........................156
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............157
NTo Deactivate........................157
NTo Resume Speed.....................157
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............158
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the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). For
details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer Program-
mable Features)º under ªOverhead Console with Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If Equippedº
in Section 3.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
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Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located
between the grille and hood opening right of the center.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front
edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.
NOTE:Ensure hood prop rod is fully seated into clip
before closing hood to prevent damage to grille.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before
driving.
Hood Safety Catch
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damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol-
low the preceding safety tips.
Cooling System
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or
steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, don't open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to
open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator
is hot.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser and
radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty,
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REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb No.
Dome Light.................... NotServiceable
Liftgate Lamp........................... 567
Overhead Console Lights........... NotServiceable
Reading Light................... NotServiceable
Visor Vanity Lights............... NotServiceable
LIGHT BULBS Ð Exterior Bulb No.
Headlight............................. H13
Front Park/Turn......................3457AK
Backup...............................3057
Center High-Mounted Stop Light............. 921
Front Side Marker........................ 168
Fog Lamp.............................9145
License Plate Light....................... 168
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal and Side Marker....3057
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal
1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the
upper fender reinforcement (hood must be opened to
access bolts).
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Glass Cleaning.......................... 418
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............343,346
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 342
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 345
GVWR............................342,345
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)........88,220,221
Hard Drive (HDD)....................217,220
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 286
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 366
Headlights............................ 429
Cleaning............................ 418
Delay.............................. 146
High Beam........................... 151
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 151
Lights On Reminder.................... 148
Passing............................. 150Replacing............................ 429
Heated Mirrors.......................... 87
Heated Seats........................... 124
Heater............................... 249
Heater, Engine Block..................... 274
High Beam Indicator..................... 204
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 151
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 350
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 176
Hood Release.......................... 142
Hoses................................ 407
Ignition.............................12,17
Key ................................. 12
Lock................................ 17
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 13
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