Pressing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.).
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will “Seek” down for the next listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left-hand control
will tune to the next preset station that you have pro-
grammed in the radio preset pushbutton.
CD Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice, it plays the
second track; three times, it will play the third, etc.
The center button on the left side rocker switch has no
function for a single-disc CD player. However, when a
multiple-disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle, the
center button will select the next available CD in the
player.
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
NOTE:TOW/HAUL mode locks out Overdrive.
The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the
instrument cluster to indicate when the switch has been
activated. Pressing the switch a second time restores
normal operation. If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired,
the switch must be pressed each time the engine is started.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi-
tions. If a condition is detected that could result in
transmission damage, the Transmission Limp Home
Mode will be engaged. In this mode, the transmission
will remain in second gear in any forward driving range.
To reset the transmission, use the following procedure:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Move the shift lever into the PARK position.
3. Turn the engine off and turn the key to the LOCK
position.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds, then restart the en-
gine.
5. Move the shift lever into the desired gear range.
Tow/Haul Button
320 STARTING AND OPERATING
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain-
ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol
content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85
fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•operate in a lean mode
•OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on
•poor engine performance
•poor cold start and cold drivability
•increased risk for fuel system component corrosion
To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
•drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer)
•change the engine oil and oil filter
•disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
MMT In Gasoline
MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emission system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content
of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump;
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to
look for gasolines without MMT in Canada, because
390 STARTING AND OPERATING
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion. Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened.
Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
If the problem persists, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged
cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system
will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the
MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
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NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 493
Vanity............................ 102
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 378
Mopar Parts ......................... 446,512
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 389
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 158
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 87
Occupant Restraints ....................... 41
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............388,488
Odometer Trip .............................. 229
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 333
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 333
Oil Change Indicator .................. 232,239
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............232,239
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 450 Oil, Engine
......................... 448,488
Capacity ........................... 487
Change Interval ................ 232,239,448
Checking .......................... 448
Dipstick ........................... 448
Disposal ........................... 450
Filter .......................... 450,488
Filter Disposal ....................... 450
Identification Logo ................... 449
Materials Added to ................... 450
Recommendation .................. 449,487
Synthetic .......................... 450
Viscosity ........................ 449,487
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............444,445
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 183
Operating Precautions .................... 444
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 101
Overdrive .......................... 232,319
530 INDEX
Radio Operation........................ 295
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 168
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 469
Rear Park Sense System ................... 175
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 149
Rear Window Defroster ................... 211
Rear Window Features .................... 210
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 210
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 99
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 143
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 76
Recreational Towing ...................... 413
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... 416
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 418
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 389
Refrigerant ............................ 454
Release, Hood .......................... 156
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 161
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 56 Remote Control
Starting System ....................... 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 293
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 484
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 446
Replacement Tires ....................... 374
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 512
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........232,239
Restraint, Head ......................... 145
Restraints, Child ......................... 77
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 41
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ............... 208
Roll Over Warning ........................ 4
Roof Sky Slider Power .................. 193,470
Roof Type Carrier ....................... 212
532 INDEX
Transaxle............................. 316
Automatic ......................... 316
Operation .......................... 316
Transfer Case ........................... 468
Fluid .......................... 468,489
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation ............ 321
Maintenance ........................ 468
Transmission ........................... 317
Automatic ......................... 317
Fluid ............................. 489
Maintenance ........................ 466
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 183
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 372
Trip Odometer .......................... 230 Trip Odometer Reset Button
................ 229
Turn Signals ................ 158,162,223,485,486
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 103
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 515
Universal Transmitter ..................... 183
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 388
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 50
Upholstery Care ........................ 475
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 102
Variance, Compass ....................... 243
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 395
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 7
Vehicle Loading ...................... 363,395
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ......................... 305
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 449
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