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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............12
▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................12
▫ Locking Doors With A Key ...............14
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................14
SENTRY KEY® .........................14
▫ Replacement Keys .....................15
▫ General Information ....................16
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .16
▫ Rearming Of The System .................16
▫ To Arm The System .....................17 ▫
To Disarm The System ...................17
▫ Security System Manual Override ...........17
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ............17
▫ To Unlock The Doors ....................18
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................19
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........19
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...........19
▫ General Information ....................20
DOOR LOCKS .........................21
▫ Locking The Doors From The Outside .......22
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To Lock The Doors
Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-
ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and
the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Refer to “Sentry Key” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing” for further information.
If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.
Transmitter Battery Replacement
NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-
ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
1. Push the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw lo-
cated on the side of the Key Fob. 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob
using a small screwdriver.
3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity.
4. Refit the battery case inside the Key Fob and turn the screw to lock it into place.
Key Fob Screw Location
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..........327
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .328
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............328
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .329
REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................331
DEALER SERVICE ..................... .331
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........331
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .332
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .335▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................335
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............336
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............337
▫ Body Lubrication .....................338
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............339
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................340
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .341
▫ Cooling System ..................... .343
▫ Brake System ....................... .349
▫ Power Steering Fluid ...................351
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Your vehicle has a simple ignition 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. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but donot crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is
not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is readyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
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Adding Fluid...................... .353, 377
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................353
Fluid Change ......................... .353
Fluid Level Check ...................352, 353
Fluid Type ........................ .352, 377
Special Additives ...................... .352
Auto Up Power Windows ....................27
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........131
Axle Lubrication ......................... .377
Battery ................................ .336
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........19
Belts, Seat ...............................88
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................338
B-Pillar Location ......................... .236
Brake Assist System ...................... .222
Brake Fluid ............................ .377
Brake, Parking .......................... .218Brake System
........................ .220, 349
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .221
Fluid Check ....................... .350, 377
Master Cylinder ....................... .350
Parking ............................. .218
Warning Light ........................ .147
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................204
Bulb Replacement ..................... .370, 371
Bulbs, Light .......................... .90, 370
Camera, Rear ........................... .129
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .374
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .265
Oil (Engine) ....................... .327, 334
Power Steering ........................ .217
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................347
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................87, 264
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .137
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Pressure Warning Light...................147
Quality Grading ....................... .393
Radial .............................. .244
Replacement .......................... .251
Rotation ............................. .253
Safety ........................... .229, 241
Sizes ............................... .231
Snow Tires ........................... .246
Spinning ............................ .250
Trailer Towing ........................ .277
Tread Wear Indicators ....................250
Tire Safety Information .....................229
Tire Service Kit .......................... .290
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................274
Towing ............................... .269
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .320
Guide .............................. .274
Recreational .......................... .283
Weight .............................. .274Towing Eyes
............................ .317
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........283
Traction ............................ .213, 214
Traction Control ......................... .223
Trailer Towing .......................... .269
Cooling System Tips .....................282
Hitches ............................. .273
Minimum Requirements ..................275
Tips................................ .281
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................274
Wiring .............................. .279
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .274
Trailer Weight ........................... .274
Transaxle Automatic ......................... .12, 199
Transmission ........................... .204
Automatic ..................... .202,
204, 352
Maintenance .......................... .352
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .1910
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