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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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CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF
EQUIPPED
A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available.
Push the cigar lighter button to activate the cigar lighter
when the ignition key is in the MAR position.
After a few seconds the button returns to its initial
position and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
NOTE: Always check that the cigar lighter has turned
itself off.
WARNING!
The cigar lighter becomes very hot. Handle it care-
fully and make sure children don’t touch it: risk of
fire and/or burning.
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If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery
is discharged, refer to “SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE” in
this section for instructions on shifting the transmission
out of PARK for towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must be
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front
wheels raised).
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully separate the shift lever boot from the center console.6
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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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