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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ..............................91
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...................................203
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................307
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..........................................
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Vehicle Identification Number ............... 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION WARNING! This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is vehicle components contain or emit chemicals supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and known to the State of California to cause cancer and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to birth defects or other reproductive har
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INTRODUCTION 5 1
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures, which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ..................12 Sentry Key — If Equipped .................15 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................12 ▫ Shaft Lock Module (Vehicles Equipped With Premium Security System) — If Equipped .....16 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................14 ▫ Replacement Keys ......................16 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key ..............14 ▫ Customer Key Programming ..............17 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Disarm The System ...................19 Windows .............................31 ▫ Security System Manual Override ...........19 ▫ Manual Rear Vent Windows ...............31 Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped .......20 ▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped ........32 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........20 ▫ Power Windows — If Equipped ............32 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........22 Sliding Side Door ..............
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency ▫ DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat Release .............................45 — If Equipped ........................74 Occupant Restraints ......................46 ▫ Child Restraint ........................75 2 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................47 Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) — If Equipped ..........................83 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key Automatic Transaxle code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. plac
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 WARNING! NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving 2 children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle CAUTION! Ignition Key Position An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power remove key from the ignit
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering An alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in the Wheel: ignition and the driver’s door is opened. With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside down, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the Locking Doors With The Key steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the engages. door, turn the
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also This system prevents the key from being removed unless considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle. PARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON positions, and 2 During normal operation, after turning on the ignition the brake pedal is depressed.
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Shaft Lock Module (Vehicles Equipped with vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics Premium Security System) — If Equipped will not cause interference with this system. The shaft lock module is located inside the steering All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have column. The module works in conjunction with the been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Sentry Key to prevent the steering shaft from rotating if someone inserts
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 dealer. seconds a single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off. 2 Customer Key Programming You can program new sentry keys to the system if you The new Sentry Key has been program
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Rearming of the System — If Equipped The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 The security system will rearm itself after the 15 addi- and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is tional minutes of headlights and security telltale flashing, subject to the following conditions: if the system has not been disabled. If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present, the system will • This device may not c
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your during vehicle operation, have the system checked by vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the your dealer. system will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the transmitter, the alarm 2 To Disarm the System will sound when you pull the door handle to exit. The Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unloc
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20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and entry transmitter or open the doors. This feature is only liftgate, and activate the panic alarm, optional power available if you have Remote Keyless Entry. liftgate, left power sliding door, and right power sliding door from distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters)
