2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA cruise control

²Airbag deployment level (if applicable)
²Impact acceleration and angle
²Seatbelt status
²Brake status (service and parking brakes)
²Accelerator status (including vehicle speed)
²Engine control status (including engine speed)
²Transmission gear selection
²Cruise control status
²Traction/stability control status
²Tire pressure monitoring system status ± If Equipped
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all
times Ð 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 seat appropriate for their age and size.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seats, rather than in the
front.
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator
operation at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h). The
speed control switches are located on the steering wheel.
To Activate:
Push the ªON/OFFº button once and the CRUISE indi-
cator located near the instrument cluster odometer will
illuminate showing the electronic speed control system is
on. To turn the system OFF, push the ªON/OFFº button
again and the system and indicator will turn off.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidently
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 aren't using it.
SPEED CONTROL BUTTONS
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To Set a Desired Speed:
When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press
and release the ªSETº button. Release the accelerator and
the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. The
CRUISE SET indicator located near the instrument clus-
ter odometer will illuminate showing the electronic
speed control is set.
NOTE:While in the AutoStick mode, Speed Control will
only function in third or fourth gear (4 speed AutoStick)
and fifth or sixth gear (6 speed AutoStick).
To Deactivate:
A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the ªCANCELº
button or normal braking while slowing the vehicle will
deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory.
Pushing the ªON/OFFº button to the OFF position or
turning off the ignition erases the speed memory.
To Resume Speed:
To resume a previously set speed, push and release the
ªACCEL/RESUMEº button. Resume can be used at any
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).
To Vary the Speed Setting:
When the speed control is set, speed can be increased by
pressing and holding the ªACCEL/RESUMEº button.
When the button is released, a new set speed will be
established.
Tapping the ªACCEL/RESUMEº button once will result
in a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the button
is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button
three times will increase speed by 6 mph (10 km/h), etc.
To decrease speed while speed control is set, press and
hold the ªCOASTº button. Release the button when the
desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set.
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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).
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with memory seat
feature, your remote keyless entry transmitter or memory
seat buttons on the driver's door panel can be used to
recall the adjustable pedals to saved positions.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal's path.
REAR PARK SENSE SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible
indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the
detected obstacle when backing up. When backing up the
driver should also use the inside rearview and outside
mirrors.
The Rear Park Assist System will remember the last
system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition
cycle when the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON
position.
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2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
14. Cruise Indicator
This indicator shows that the Speed Control
System is ON.
15. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system
called OBD that monitors engine and automatic
transmission control systems. The light will illu-
minate when the key is in the ON position before engine
start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key
from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.
The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.
16. High Beam Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the Multi-Function lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.
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²WASHER FLUID LOW (with a single chime)
²PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE ENGAGED
²PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED VEHICLE IN REVERSE
²CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRANSMIT (with a single
chime)
²CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINING (with a single
chime)
²CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINED (with a single chime)
²CLEARING CHANNELS
²CHANNELS CLEARED
²CHANNELS DEFAULTED
²DID NOT TRAIN
²1,2,3 OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE (Refer to ºTire
Pressure Monitor Systemº in the ªStarting And Oper-
ating, Tire Sectionº)
²SERVICE TIRE SYSTEM SOON (Refer to ºTire Pres-
sure Monitor Systemº in the ªStarting And Operating,
Tire Sectionº)
²TCS SUSPENDED (Traction Control System, with a
graphic and single chime)
²TCS ACTIVE (Traction Control System, with a
graphic)
²SERVICE TCS SYSTEM (Traction Control System, with
a graphic and single chime)
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Console, Overhead....................... 168
Contract, Service........................ 430
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 391
Cooling System......................... 389
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 391
Coolant Capacity...................... 416
Coolant Level......................389,392
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 392
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 390
Inspection........................... 392
Points to Remember.................... 393
Pressure Cap......................... 391
Radiator Cap......................... 391
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......390,416,417
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 144
Cruise Light........................... 193
Cup Holder.........................174,406
Customer Assistance..................... 428Data Recorder, Event...................... 65
Dealer Service.......................... 375
Defroster, Rear Window................... 269
Defroster, Windshield................79,256,265
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 141
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 372
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player............. 232
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 139
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 399
Oil (Engine).......................... 376
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 363
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 392
Engine Oil........................... 379
Door Ajar Light......................... 197
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 27
Door Opener, Garage..................... 146
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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
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