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Recirculation Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high humid-ity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish
to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recir-
culation control button. Recirculation mode
should only be used temporarily. The recircu-
lation LED will illuminate when this button is selected.
Push the button a second time to turn off the Recircula-
tion mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle.
NOTE: In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation
mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window
clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled auto-
matically if this mode is selected.Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro-
sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) is recommended.
Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-
mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function-
ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen-
tration of coolant is used. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for proper
coolant selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode
during Winter months is not recommended, because it
may cause window fogging.
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Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes, in
fresh air with the blower setting on high. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy
and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select
Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed.
Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they
enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In
Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush, and snow.
A/C Air Filter
On vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-
trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Refer to “Air Conditioning” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for filter replacement
instructions.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................461
▫ Automatic Transmission ................461
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped .......462
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .463
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F or 29°C) .................465
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................465
▫ After Starting ....................... .467
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .467
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............468▫
Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............470
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .470
▫ Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode .............470
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission .........471
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........481
▫ Acceleration ........................ .481
▫ Traction ........................... .481
DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............482
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................482
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................482
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POWER STEERING .....................484
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............484
PARKING BRAKE ..................... .485
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) .........488
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............489
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .490
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............490
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............491
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........492
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..............496
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................496
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............500
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .500▫
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........504
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........505
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........506
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........510
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .510
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................511
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .513
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .513
▫ Tire Types .......................... .514
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............515
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............516
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .518
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................519
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▫Life Of Tire ........................ .519
▫ Replacement Tires .....................520
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......522
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....523
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .524
▫ Base System ........................ .527
▫ Premium System — If Equipped ...........529
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................533
▫ 3.6L Engine ......................... .533
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................534
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............534
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......535
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................535 ▫
Materials Added To Fuel ................536
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................536
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............537
FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED ...........538
▫ E-85 General Information ...............538
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................539
▫ Fuel Requirements ....................539
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .............540
▫ Starting ........................... .541
▫ Cruising Range ...................... .541
▫ Replacement Parts ....................541
▫ Maintenance ....................... .541
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ADDING FUEL ....................... .542
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............542
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............543
VEHICLE LOADING ....................544
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...............544
TRAILER TOWING .....................546 ▫
Common Towing Definitions .............547
▫ Towing Tips ........................ .557
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ...................559
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .559
▫ Recreational Towing — All Models .........560
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the shift lever.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
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CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start)
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal. Do not
press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START
position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The
starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage
automatically when the engine is running. If the engine
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10
seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK/OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat
the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the ENGINE
START/STOP button is installed and
the Remote Start/Keyless Enter-N-
Go™ Key Fob is in the passenger
compartment.
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