2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA Starting

Reset Mode.......................... 280
Selection Of Lubricant................398,418
Shifting............................. 281
Special Additives...................... 400
Automatic Transmission................398,400
Adding Fluid......................399,400
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 400
Fluid Change......................... 400
Fluid Level Check...................... 399
Fluid Type........................... 398
Autostick........................145,281,282
Ball Joints............................. 385
Battery............................... 382
Gas Caution.......................... 382
Jump Starting......................... 360
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Bearings.............................. 401
Belts, Drive............................ 379Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 386
B-Pillar Location........................ 299
Brake Assist System...................... 154
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 154
Brake, Parking.......................... 285
Brake System........................287,394
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................153,288
Fluid Check.......................396,418
Hoses.............................. 395
Warning Light........................ 189
Brakes.............................287,394
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 279
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 77
Bulb Replacement....................... 412
Bulbs, Light............................ 411
Calibration, Compass..................... 207
Camera, Rear........................... 166
Capacities, Fluid........................ 416
INDEX 439
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Drive Belts............................ 379
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 386
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 291
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water.............................. 292
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 232
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 88
Electrical Power Outlets................... 172
Electronic Brake Control System............. 154
Brake Assist System.................... 154
Electronic Stability Program............... 155
Traction Control System................. 154
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 144
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 155
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................166,199Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 350
Jacking............................. 352
Jump Starting......................... 360
Overheating.......................... 351
Emission Control System Maintenance......373,420
Engine..........................77,370,371
Air Cleaner.......................... 380
Air Cleaner Filter...................... 380
Block Heater......................... 278
Break-In Recommendations................ 77
Checking Oil Level..................... 376
Compartment......................370,371
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 417
Cooling............................. 389
Exhaust Gas Caution..................37,328
Flooded, Starting...................... 277
Fuel Requirements..................325,416
Oil ...........................376,416,417
442 INDEX

Oil Change Interval...............192,202,377
Oil Disposal.......................... 379
Oil Filler Cap......................... 378
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 379
Oil Selection.......................377,416
Oil Synthetic......................... 378
Operation............................ 77
Overheating.......................... 351
Temperature Gauge..................... 187
Event Data Recorder...................... 65
Exhaust Gas Caution..............37,78,328,388
Exhaust System......................... 388
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 49
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 87
Fabric Care.........................404,405
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 380
Air Conditioning....................269,384Automatic Transaxle.................... 400
Engine Oil........................379,417
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 379
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 350
Turn Signal..................139,188,413,415
Flooded Engine Starting................... 277
Floor Console.......................... 175
Fluid Capacities......................... 416
Fluid Leaks............................. 80
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 399
Brake............................396,418
Power Steering.....................385,418
Fluids................................ 417
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 417
Fog Light Service........................ 414
Fog Lights.......................138,194,414
Folding Rear Seat........................ 126
INDEX 443
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Jack Location........................... 352
Jack Operation.......................352,356
Jacking Instructions...................... 356
Jump Starting.......................... 360
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 55
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 139
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 39
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................71,74
Latches
Hood............................... 133Lead Free Gasoline...................... 325
Life of Tires............................ 309
Liftgate................................ 34
Lights..............................80,134
Airbag........................54,64,79,197
Anti-Lock........................... 188
Automatic Headlights................... 137
Back-Up............................. 415
Brake Warning........................ 189
Bulb Replacement................... 411,412
Courtesy/Reading..................... 134
Cruise.............................. 193
Daytime Running...................... 138
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 136
Door Ajar........................... 197
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................156,158
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 197
Fog ..........................138,194,414
446 INDEX

Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 428
Service Contract......................... 430
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator)............................. 193
Service Manuals........................ 432
Setting the Clock........................ 209
Shoulder Belts........................... 39
Signals, Turn...................139,188,413,415
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 291
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 312
Snow Tires............................ 313
Spare Tire..........................307,354
Spark Plugs............................ 379
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 144
Speedometer........................... 188
Starting............................... 275
Automatic Transmission................. 276
Engine Fails to Start.................... 277Starting and Operating.................... 275
Starting Procedures...................... 275
Steering
Linkage............................. 386
Power...........................290,385
Shaft Seal............................ 385
Tilt Column.......................... 143
Wheel Lock........................... 14
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 249
Storage............................175,410
Storage, Vehicle......................268,410
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 410
Sun Roof.............................. 169
Sun Visor Extension....................... 89
Sunglasses Storage....................... 168
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 172
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 50
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 378
452 INDEX

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderLocking Doors With The KeySTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemSENTRY KEY - IF
EQUIPPED Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the System - If EquippedTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemSecurity System Manual OverrideILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doors and liftgateTo lock the doors and liftgateTo Open/Close Power Liftgate - If EquippedFlash Lights On Lock/UnlockUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementDOOR LOCKS Manual Door
LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power WindowsLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenAutomatic-Locking Retractor (ALR)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System - AirbagEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day / Night MirrorAutomatic
Dimming Mirror - If EquippedDrivers Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If EquippedExterior Mirrors Folding FeatureOutside Mirror - Drivers SideOutside Mirror - Passengers SidePower Remote-Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity
MirrorsHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationsPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS 10-Way Drivers Power Seat
- If Equipped8-Way Drivers Power Seat - If Equipped4-Way Passengers Power SeatAdjustable Head RestraintsHeated Seats - If EquippedSecond Row Manual Seat Recliner - If EquippedSecond Row Manual Seat Adjuster - If EquippedSecond Row Bench Seating - If
EquippedSecond Row Fold and Tumble Seats - If EquippedThird Row Easy Exit - If EquippedThird Row Seating - If EquippedLoad Floor - If EquippedPlastic Grocery Bag RetainerDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Easy Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory Seat Only) - If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Overhead Console Map/Reading LightsInteriorLightsMulti-Function LeverHeadlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel LightsAutomatic HeadlightsDaytime
Running Lights (Canada Only)Lights-on ReminderHeadlight Time DelayFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHighbeam/Lowbeam Select SwitchPassing LightWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield WashersMist FeatureWindshield Wiper OperationIntermittent
Wiper SystemRear Window Wiper/WasherTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL To ActivateTo Set a Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED
Programming HomeLinkCanadian Programming/Gate ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonsSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM -
ABS/TCS/BAS/ESP Traction Control System (TCS)Brake Assist System (BAS)ESP (Electronic Stability Program)ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED REAR PARK SENSE SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist SensorsRear Park Assist Warning Display
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System - If EquippedService the Rear Park Assist SystemCleaning the Rear Park Assist SystemREAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED OVERHEAD CONSOLE - IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StoragePOWER SUNROOF
- IF EQUIPPED Express Open FeatureWind BuffetingSunroof Comfort Position - If EquippedSunroof MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCUPHOLDERS Front Seat CupholdersSecond Row Seat CupholdersThird Row Seat Cupholders - If EquippedSTORAGE Console FeaturesRear Cargo Storage Bin - If EquippedRetractable Cargo Area Cover - If EquippedCargo Tie-Down HooksROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Oil Change RequiredCustomer
Programmable Features - If EquippedCompass Display - If EquippedMini-Trip Functions - If EquippedSETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting ProcedureRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of Signals
Electrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE RAH - AM AND FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio OperationCDPlayer OperationCD/DVD Changer OperationNotes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation
Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)SALES CODE REV - AM AND FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio OperationCD Player OperationCD/DVD Changer OperationNotes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions
- (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)Operating Instructions - MP3 Player, Portable WalkmanOperating Instructions - Video Games/Camcorders6 DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (RDV) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - CD/DVD ChangerEJECT (EJT) ButtonOperating
Instructions - Remote ControlOperating Instructions - Video ScreenOperating Instructions - Headphones Operating Instructions - Auxiliary InputNAVIGATION SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB, RAH, REV and RBK RadiosSelecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ RadiosSelecting a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY (Program Type) Button (If Equipped)
PTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning
and Heating System Mode ControlManual Air Conditioning OperationDual-Zone Automatic Temperature ControlElectric Rear Window DefrosterSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal Starting (Above 32 degreesF/0
degrees C)Extremely Cold Weather Starting (Below -20 degrees F / -29 degrees C)High Altitude Starting (Above 4,000 ft. / 1 219 m)If Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Brake/Transmission Interlock
SystemAutomatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemReset Mode - Electronic TransmissionAUTOSTICK AutoStick OperationAutoStick General InformationALL WHEEL DRIVE - IF EQUIPPED PARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake SystemPOWER
STEERING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionDRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL
INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Basic TPMS without EVIC - If EquippedBasic TPMS with EVIC - If EquippedPremium TPMS - If EquippedTire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsService Tire System SoonGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS
3.8L GASOLINE ENGINES4.0L GASOLINE ENGINESReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
VEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWINGCommon Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE(Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD
WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowagePreparations For JackingJacking InstructionsJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition KeyWithout The Ignition KeyTOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLYMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.8L ENGINES 4.0L
ENGINES ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive BeltSpark
PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenancePower Steering - Fluid CheckFront and Rear Suspension Ball JointsSteering Shaft SealSteering LinkageDrive Shaft Universal JointsBody LubricationWindshield Wiper
BladesWindshield and Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses And Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesBrakesMaster Cylinder - Brake Fluid LevelCheckFuel System HosesAutomatic TransmissionAll Wheel Drive (AWD) - If EquippedFront And Rear Wheel
BearingsAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionCleaning The Center Console Cup HoldersFUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightsHigh Intensity Discharge Headlights
(HID) - If EquippedFront Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker LightsFront Fog LightRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up LightsLicense LightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment
Prepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX