Dodge 2005 Stratus Sedan Bedienungsanleitung

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

▫ Panic Alarm ...21▫ To Use The Panic Alarm ...21▫ To Program Additional Transmitters ...21▫ General Inform

SALES CODE RAZ—AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYERAND CD CHANGER CONTROLSOperating Instructions — RadioNOTE:Power to operate the r

which are broadcasting this information. PTY (ProgramType) is used to characterize the station’s program ma-terial, for example ⬙Rock Music⬙.PTY (Prog

The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected

Pressing the AM/FM button continues the search in thealternate frequency band.To stop the search, press SCAN a second time.To Set The Radio Push-butto

Fast Forward (FF)Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tapein the direction that it is playing. The tape will advanceuntil the button is p

light in the display will go off when the Dolby System isoff. The Dolby System is automatically reactivated eachtime a tape is inserted.* ”Dolby” nois

Seek ButtonPress the top of the SEEK button for the next selection onthe CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current s

current channel name and number will then be displayeduntil an action occurs. A CD or tape may remain in theplayer while in the Satellite Radio mode.T

CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen driving over a very rough road, the CD player mayskip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc orthe player, and pl

NOTE:Power to operate the radio is supplied throughthe ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC positionto operate the radio.Electronic Volume Con

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYou can insert the double sided keys into the locks witheither side up.The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode

stations to be locked into push-button memory. Thestations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected bypressing the push-button twice.Every time a preset

Cassette Player FeaturesWith ignition OFF and the sound system OFF, you caneject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button.You can turn the tape p

When Dolby is ON, the NR symbol appears on thedisplay. Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turnON.* “Dolby” noise reduction manufactured under

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (IfEquipped)Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’sManual.CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen drivi

NOTE:Power to operate the radio is supplied throughthe ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC positionto operate the radio.SeekPress and release

Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will bedisplayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase ordecrease the Treble tones.Press the AUDIO but

Inserting The Compact DiscCAUTION!This CD player will accept 43⁄4inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanis

Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomlyselected track.Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stopRandom Play.ModePress the MODE b

Random Play (RND)Press the Random button to play the tracks on theselected disc in random order for an interesting change ofpace.Random can be cancell

6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPEDThe CD changer is located below the radio in theinstrument panel. The changer plays only 43⁄4inch (12cm) discs. The cha

ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature isinoperable. The engine can be started and stopped butthe key cannot be removed until you obta

Playing DiscsThe radio will show the CD number, the CD tracknumber, and the Track Time Elapsed while the radio is inthe CD mode. If more than one CD i

Time ButtonPress this button to switch between time of day and CDtrack time.Changing ModesWhile in the radio mode, if a cassette is loaded, press theM

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel

If you press the switch up or down twice it plays thesecond selection, three times, it will play the third, etc.The button in the center of the left h

deposits each time a cassette is played. The result ofdeposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wraparound and become lodged in the tape tra

considering disc player service. You may have a problemwith CD-R (recordable) and CD-RW (recordable andwritable) disks.RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PH

Interior ATC SensorsThere are two interior sensors in the vehicle. The SunSensor is mounted in the center of the instrument panelnear the windshield g

lower it. The comfort setting range is from Low, 60,61,...to 89,90, Hi, for automatic temperature control. Youcan select a very hot or cold comfort s

Air Direction Buttons (Mode)These buttons allow you to select from five air distribu-tion patterns. These buttons should be used only whenyou can not

NOTE:The air conditioning compressor is on in thismode. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind-shield. To improve fuel economy, leave in the d

SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPEDWith this system, an electronically coded ignition keysends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronicsrecognizes

Side Window DemistersSide window demisters are located on the instrumentpanel. These non adjustable outlets direct air toward theside windows in any m

Operating Tips (ATC only)UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1314

NOTE:If the system is in the AUTO mode and the fancontrol is already rotated fully clockwise or fully coun-terclockwise, the control may have to be ro

Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticedwhen the air conditioning compressor is on. This is anormal occurrence as the compressor will cy

•Panel — Air ConditioningOutside air flows through the air condition-ing system and then through the outletslocated in the instrument panel.•Bi-Level

Rear Seat OutletsThese outlets are located under the front seats and directwarm air to the rear seat passengers. Air is directedthrough these outlets

Summer OperationAir conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosionprotection and to raise t

Operating Tips (Manual A/C Control Only)UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1374

Outside Air IntakeMake sure the air intake, directly in front of the wind-shield, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstructionssuch as leaves. Lea

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures...142▫ Automatic Transaxle ...142▫ Manual Transaxle ...

Replacement KeysNOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to thevehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Oncea Sentry Key has been program

▫ Tire Markings ...154▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...158▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...159䡵 Tires—Gene

䡵 Flexible Fuel – (2.7L Engines With AutomaticTransmission Only)...180▫ E-85 General Information ...180▫ Ethanol Fuel (

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.CAUTION!Long peri

WARNING!Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into thethrottle body air inlet opening in an attempt to startthe vehicle. This could result in flas

Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°For-29°C)To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of anexternally powered electric engine block heater a

After StartingThe idle speed will automatically decrease as the enginewarms up. At cooler ambient temperatures, the idlespeed for the 2.7L engine may

WARNING!Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure thosein and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, youshould never exit a vehicle while the eng

WARNING!It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or“N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. Ifyour foot is not firmly on the b

NOTE:Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom-mended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possibleconvenience. Your dealer has diagnostic e

“D” OverdriveThis range should be used for most city and highwaydriving. It provides smoothest up shifts and down shiftsand best fuel economy.When fre

General InformationThe Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. this device may not c

PARKING BRAKEWhen the parking brake is applied with theignition on, the brake light in the instrumentcluster will come on.NOTE:This light only shows t

WARNING!•Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan-gerous for a number of reasons. A child or otherscould be injured. Children should be warned

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If EquippedThe ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brakeperformance under most braking conditions. The systemauto

POWER STEERINGThe power assisted steering system of your vehicleprovides mechanical steering capability in the eventpower assist is lost.If for some r

•The system has been automatically deactivated toprevent damage to the brake system due to overheatedbrake temperatures.NOTE:Extended heavy use of Tra

NOTE:•P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” moldedinto the sidewall preceding the size

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white si

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE:The proper cold tire inflation pressure forpassenger cars is listed on either the face of the

Power Door LocksThere is a door lock switch on each front door trim panellocated to the front of the door handle. Press this switchto lock or unlock t

LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from yourtrailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult thismanual to determine how this reduc

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WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ente

WARNING!High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi-mum load is dangerous. The added strain on yourtires could cause them to fail. You could have

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compac

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Replacement TiresThe tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of manycharacteristics. They should be inspected regularly forwear and correct cold t

Central Locking — If EquippedAll vehicle doors are locked with the first turn of the keyto the LOCK position. The double activation featurerequires yo

CAUTION!Replacing original tires with tires of a different sizemay result in false speedometer and odometer read-ings.Alignment And BalancePoor suspen

Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than whatwas originally equipped with your vehicle and shouldnot be operated at sustained speeds over 75

AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPEDAutostick is a driver-interactive transaxle that offersmanual gear shifting capability to provide you with morecontrol. Autosti

Autostick General Information•The transaxle will automatically upshift from first tosecond gear and from second to third gear whenengine speed reaches

Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hardstarting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience thesesymptoms, try another brand of “regula

MMT in GasolineMMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase the octane num-ber. Gasolines blended wit

Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problemsresulting from the use of such fuels or additives are notthe responsibility of the manufacturer.NOTE

CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting c

WARNING!•Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled.•Never add fuel to the vehicle when

•The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput in or on your vehicle.•Remember that everything put in or on the trailer addsto the load on you

3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.4. A single chime will indicate the completion of theprogramming.Automatic Unlock on Exit — On

NOTE:Check the automatic transaxle fluid level beforetowing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows theneed for a transmission fluid and filter c

WARNING!Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-ing materials lit in or near the vehicle wh

This symbol means that the oil hasbeen certified by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). Weonly recommend API Certified en-gine oils that meet the r

StartingThe characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for usewhen ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In therange of 0°Fto32°F (-18°Cto

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher...186䡵 If Your Engine Overheats...186䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe flasher switch is on top of the steering column,just behind the steering wheel. Depress the switchand both cluster indicator

the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to actas a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heatfrom the engine cooling system.CAU

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!•Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.You could be crus

1. Block wheel diagonally op-posite flat tire.2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wrenchfrom stowage.WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1896

WARNING!Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection

3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wrench to carefullypry off wheel cover (if equipped with steel wheels) orcenter cap (if equipped with aluminum

Jack Engagement LocationsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1916

WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack andhurt someone near it. Raise the vehic

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY ISLOWWARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictran

WARNING!Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personinjury could result.5. Connect the other cable

WARNING!Any procedure other than above could result in:1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirtingout the battery vent;2. Personal injury or pr

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACESAccelerationRapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLEIf your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turnthe system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.If your vehicle b

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on theground)Automatic TransaxleYour vehicle may be towed under the follow

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 2.4L Engine...201䡵 2.7L Engine...202䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD

1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmit-ter.2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4but no longer than 10 seconds, then pres

▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosion ...230䡵 Fuses...235▫ Underhood Fuses (Power Distrib

2.4L ENGINE2.4L Engine CompartmentMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2017

2.7L ENGINE2.7L Engine Compartment202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMSIn some localities, it may be a legal requirement to passan inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control

If your OBD system is not ready, you should see yourauthorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle wasrecently serviced or had a battery failur

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipme

CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration orloss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.Change Engine OilRoad conditions and you

If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oilat every interval shown on schedule ⬙A⬙ of the ⬙Mainte-nance Schedules⬙ section of this manu

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)SAE 5W-20 and SAE 5W-30 engine oils are recom-mended for all operating temperatures. These engineoils are designed to

2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Trunkbutton.3. Release both buttons.Panic AlarmThe

Materials Added To Engine OilsThe manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) toengine oi

replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty sparkplug. Check the specifications section for the proper typeof spark plug for use in your vehi

CAUTION!Damage to the catalytic converter can result if yourvehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. Inthe event of engine malfunction, part

Crankcase Emission Control SystemProper operation of this system depends on freedomfrom sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehiclemileage builds

WARNING!Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands afterhandling. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid

through the condenser as required. Fabric front fasciaprotectors may reduce air flow to the condenser, reducingair conditioning performance.WARNING!•U

WARNING!Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to insure accurate fluid level

underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanismand safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.Hood LatchWhen performing other under hood serv

Smooth White Body Lubricant - Such as MoparSpray White Lube:•Hood hinge springs and links•Lock cylinders•Parking brake mechanism•Trunk latches•Ash tra

WARNING!Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working

2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that may cause undes-ired operationIf your Remote Lock Control

WARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscious and c

Coolant ChecksCheck engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12months (before the onset of freezing weather, whereapplicable). If coolant is dirty

If the solution is dirty and contains a considerableamount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliablecooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough

Adding CoolantWhen adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimumsolution of 50% recommended HOAT ethylene glycolengine coolant (antifreeze) and d

Disposal Of Used Engine CoolantUsed ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulatedsubstance requiring proper disposal. Check with yourlocal autho

•Check coolant freeze point in the system.•If frequent coolant additions are required, or if thelevel in the bottle does not drop when the engine cool

WARNING!Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure andpossibly an accident. Driving with your foot restingor riding on the brake pedal can result in

Master CylinderThe fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing under hood services, or immediately ifthe brake system warning

Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate thebrake fluid as seal damage will result!Fuel System HosesElectronic Fuel Injection high pressure fu

Procedure For Checking Fluid LevelThe fluid level in the automatic transaxle should bechecked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation withan impro

VEHICLE THEFT ALARMThe system monitors the doors, trunk, and ignition forunauthorized operation.If something triggers the alarm, the system will signa

•Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, ortrailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly formore than 45 minutes of continuous oper

What Causes Corrosion?Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal ofpaint and protective coatings from your vehicle.The most common causes are

•Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches or chips assoon as possible. Your dealer has touch up paint tomatch the color of your vehicle.•If your vehicle

You should not increase the gloss level, especially on topof the instrument panel top surface. Higher gloss levelswill increase the reflectivity in th

Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution whencleaning inside rear windows equipped with electricdefrosters. Do not use scrapers or other sharp

FUSESUnderhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)A Power Distribution Center is located in the enginecompartment; near the air cleaner. This informatio

The identity of each fuse is indicated on the backside ofthe cover.Cavity Fuse Circuit1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Head-lig

Cavity Fuse Circuit11 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster,Transmission Control,Park/Neutral Switch,Body Control Module12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight1

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBSLIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb NumberABS Lamp ...PC161Instrument Cluster ...PC194Fog Lig

2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under thehead of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool.3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from thefen

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASEUse the key or the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter toopen the trunk from outside the vehicle. From inside thecar the trunk lid

4. Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise and removethe bulb and socket assembly.5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb.CAUTION!Do

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove thebulb and socket assembly.3. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb, andreinstall the

4. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwiseto remove it from the housing.5. Install the new bulb and socket assembly, reattach thewiring con

Rear Light Bulb Replacement1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away toexpose the wiring connector and light housing plasticretainers.2. Disconn

Headlight AimingThe headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at thefactory. The factory setting was made at a no load setting.A great increase in wei

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS ANDGENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,00

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transaxle Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 Brake Flu

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance...248䡵 Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) For 2.4L —If Equipped...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype must be done at the times or mileages specified toassure t

NOTE:There are specific instructions regarding whento change the ignition cables and spark plugs with thePZEV package in this section. This applies to

Trunk Internal Emergency ReleaseNOTE:As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-gency Release lever is built into the trunk latchingmechanism. In th

Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow theinterval that occurs first.NOTE:Under no c

At Each Oil Change•Change the engine oil filter.•Inspect the exhaust system.•Inspect the brake linings, hoses and calipers.•Inspect the CV joints and

SCHEDULE “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. Changethe automatic transmission flu

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter,

Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000(Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000(Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000(Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)Change engine oil and engine

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 123,000(Kilometers) (174 000) (179 000) (183 000) (188 000) (193 000) (198 000)Change engine oil and eng

The window controls on the driver’s door operate allwindows.The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature.Press the window switch past the deten

Miles 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 138,000 141,000(Kilometers) (203 000) (208 000) (212 000) (217 000) (222 000) (227 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 144,000 147,000 150,000(Kilometers) (232 000) (237 000) (241 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3months.XXXInspect

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)[Months] [7

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)[Months] [7

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000(Kilometers) (174 000) (183 000) (193 000) (203 000) (212 000) (222 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120

Miles 144,000 150,000(Kilometers) (232 000) (241 000)[Months] [144] [150]Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XInspect the air cleaner filter an

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the right equipmen

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle...270▫ Prepare For The Appointme

WARNING!In a collision, you and your passengers can suffermuch greater injuries if you are not properly buck-led up. You can strike the interior of yo

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the dealership. Theywant to know if you need assistance.•If yo

Service ContractYou may have purchased a service contract for yourvehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-pected repairs after your man

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MOPAR姞 PARTSMopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle operating at its best

•Service Manuals.These comprehensive service manuals provide theinformation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshooti

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADESThe following describes the tire grading categories estab-lished by the National highway Traffi

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat andits ability to di

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WARNING!•Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the strongest parts

About Your Brakes ... 151ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ... 152Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 223Adding Fuel

Special Additives ... 230Autostick ... 172Auxiliary Power Outlet ... 81Ball Joints ...

Charging System Light ... 90Chart, Tire Sizing ... 156Check Engine Light(Malfunction Indicator Light) ...

Daytime Running Lights ... 67Dealer Service ... 205Defroster, Rear Window ... 135Defroster, Windsh

Overheating ... 186Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle for 2.4 Liter . . 248Timing Belt ... 212Engine Oil Visc

Filler Cap ... 176Filter ... 211Gasoline ... 173Gauge ...

IgnitionKey ... 11Lock ... 11Illuminated Entry ... 15Immobilizer ...

Engine Temperature Warning ... 91Exterior Check ... 50Fog ... 67,91,241Front Replacement ...

Schedule ⬙A⬙ ... 262Schedule ⬙B⬙ ... 252Malfunction Indicator Light ... 90,204Manual, Service ..

Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle for 2.4 Liter ... 248Passing Light ... 67Pets ... 48Placard, Ti

WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride toohigh on your body, possibly causing

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ... 49Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ... 50Safety Defects, Reporting ... 274Safety In

Cold Weather ... 144Engine Fails to Start ... 144Starting and Operating ... 142SteeringPower ...

Tread Wear Indicators ... 168Towing ... 178,197,198Disabled Vehicle ... 197Trailering ...

Warning, Door Ajar ... 17Warning Flasher, Hazard ... 186Warnings and Cautions ... 6Warranty Informat

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual... 4䡵 Warnings And Cautions... 6䡵

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageIn the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder beltcan be adjusted upward or downward to position the b

Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System(BeltAlert)If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60seconds of starting the vehicle and if the

NOTE:Although the Enhanced Warning System(BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WarningLight will continue to illuminate while the driver’s s

Driver and Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - AirbagThis vehicle has front airbags for both the driver andfront passenger as a

WARNING!•Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. You maydamage the airbags and you could be injured

Children that are not big enough to properly wear thevehicle seat belt (see section on “Child Restraint”) shouldbe secured in the rear seat in child r

Airbag System ComponentsThe front airbag system consists of the following:•Airbag Control Module•AIRBAG Readiness Light•Driver Airbag•Passenger Airbag

The airbag control module also turns on theAIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8seconds when the ignition is first turned on, thenturns the

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, anyor all of the following may occur:•The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-sions a

INTRODUCTIONThis manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance

Side Airbag SystemThe airbag control module determines if a side collision issevere enough to require the airbag to inflate. The controlmodule receive

Airbag LightYou will want to have the airbags ready for your protec-tion in an impact. While the airbag system is designed tobe maintenance free, if a

Infants and Child Restraints•Safety experts recommend that children riderearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at leastone year old and weigh a

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that ithas a label certifying that it

Children Too Large For Booster SeatsChildren who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bendover the

share a common lower anchorage. If you are installingLATCH-compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seat-ing positions, you can use the LATCH anch

means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infantrestraints will also be equipped with a teth

In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening thelap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because thebuckle or latch plate is too close to the bel

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraintto the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strapaccording to the child restraint manuf

SAFETY TIPSExhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make

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DefrostersCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should be able tofeel the air directed against

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Console Features...54▫ Console Features — Without Heated Seats ...54▫ Console

▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ...67▫ Lights-On Reminder ...67▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...67▫ Turn Signals

▫ Sunshade Operation ...80▫ Wind Buffeting ...80▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...80▫ Sunroof Fully Clos

CONSOLE FEATURESConsole Features — Without Heated SeatsThe front console has two cup holders in the front and astorage bin. An optional removable asht

Console Features — With Heated SeatsThe front console has two cup holders. An optionalremovable ashtray may be located in the driver’s side cupholder.

MIRRORSInside Day/Night Mirror— If EquippedAdjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows for horizon

CAUTION!To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth

Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane oftraffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on theins

SEATSManual Front Seat AdjustmentsForward/RearwardThe adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near thefloor. Pull the bar up to move the seat to t

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures which could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAU

Lumbar Support — If EquippedThis feature allows you to increase or decrease theamount of lumbar support. The control lever is locatedon the inboard si

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraints sothat the

WARNING!The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with therear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded downposition) should not be used as a play area b

Then lift the secondary latch located under the front edgeof the hood, near the center and raise the hood.Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in

Dimmer ControlWith the parking lights or headlightson, rotating the dimmer control for theinterior lights on the Multi-FunctionControl Lever upward wi

Front Map/Reading Lights — If EquippedThese lights are mounted between the sun visors. Eachlight has a push-on push-off switch.NOTE:The lights will re

Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument PanelLightsTurn the end of the control lever to the first detent forparking light operation. Turn to the second

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)The headlights come on at a low intensity level wheneverthe ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain onunti

If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, theywill turn off in the normal manner.WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe wipers and washers are o

MistUse this feature when weather conditions make occa-sional usage of the wipers necessary. Pull down andrelease the control lever for a single wipin

Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) for 2.4L — IfEquippedNOTE:If the 8th digit of the vehicle identificationnumber (VIN) contains a ⬙J⬙ then your veh

WARNING!Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL— IF EQUIPPEDWhen engaged, this device will control the throttle op-eration to maintain a constant vehicle speed between 30mph

To Deactivate:A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCELbutton, or normal brake or clutch pressure will deactivatespeed control without erasing

When Climbing A HillIf vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the SpeedControl set speed, the transaxle will downshift to thirdgear. Under severe co

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDThe HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can ca

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver willbegin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapidflashing indicates successful programm

difficulty in locating the training button, check yourgarage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, onthe Internet, at www.homelink.com.2. Pre

Reprogramming A Single Button1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to bereprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has beencompleted.2. Wh

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe sunroof controls are mounted between the sun visorson the overhead console.WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle,

Opening Sunroof - ManualPress the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof willopen automatically from any position. The sunroof willopen fully, then

Sunroof Fully ClosedPress and hold the switch forward until the sunroof stopscompletely to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed.ELECTRICAL POWER OU

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls...87䡵 Instrument Cluster...88䡵 Instrument Clust

▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ...100▫ PTY (Program Type) Button ...101▫ Balance ...102▫ Fade ...

䡵 Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio WithCassette Tape Player And CD ChangerCapability...108▫ Radio Operation ...

▫ CD Player — Single Disc In Radio ...123▫ CD Player — 6 Disc CD Changer ...123䡵 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance...123䡵 Compact D

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 874

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER88 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeWhen the ignition key is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining inthe fuel ta

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys...11▫ Ignition Key Removal ...11▫ Automatic

5. TachometerThe red area of the scale shows the maximum permissibleengine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gearrange. Before reaching the

through several of your typical driving cycles. In mostsituations the vehicle will drive normally and will notrequire towing.The Malfunction Indicator

An optional AutoStick Gear Indicator displays the currenttransaxle gear when in AutoStick mode.16. Odometer/Trip OdometerThe odometer shows the total

the conventional brake system will continue to operatenormally provided that the BRAKE warning light is noton.18. Oil Pressure LightShows low engine o

The light will also come on when the parking brake isapplied with the ignition in the RUN position.NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake i

COMPASS, TEMPERATURE, AND TRIPCOMPUTER DISPLAY — IF EQUIPPEDThis feature allows you to choose between a compass /temperature display and one of five t

Trip ConditionsAverage Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)This display shows the average fuel economy since thelast reset.Estimated Range (DTE)This display shows t

Automatic Compass CalibrationThe self-calibrating feature of the compass eliminates theneed to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.During a sh

Outside TemperatureIf the outside temperature is more than 131°F (55°C), thedisplay will show 131°F. When the outside temperature isless than ⫺40°F(⫺4

To Set The Clock:1. Use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour(H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio, The time settingwill increase each