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2009 NITRO
2009
OWNER’S MANUAL
Chrysler LLC
81-326-0913 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
NITRO
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VEHICLESSOLDINCANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution there- tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a fore. description of features and equipment that are no longer DRIVINGANDALCOHOL available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please Drunken driving is o
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...............................79 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................... 169 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................. 255 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ......................................
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Warnings And Cautions ................... 7 Rollover Warning ........................ 4 Vehicle Identification Number ............... 7 How To Use This Manual .................. 5 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 8
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in and vari
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INTRODUCTION 5 belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two 1 million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult th
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6 INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- 1 erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that 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. The VIN is
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8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 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 ▫ To Disarm The System .................. 18 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 12 Illuminated Entry ....................... 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder................ 13 Remote Keyless Entry .................... 19 Sentry Key........................... 14 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ......... 20 ▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 15 ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Battery Replacement ................... 23 Liftgate .............................. 36 ▫ General Information.................... 24 Occupant Restraints ..................... 37 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 25 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 38 Door Locks ........................... 26 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions .... 39 ▫ Manual Door Locks .................... 27 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anch
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 75 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ............................. 76 Safety Tips............................ 76 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 76 2 Vehicle ............................. 77
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic The keys for your vehicle are double-sided. You can bag with the key code number on it. If you received your insert the keys into the locks with either side up. keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by an authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission • Place the
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a 2 number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Ignition Switch Positions Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all 1 — Lock 3 — On
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the position. ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on the ignition SENTRY KEY switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- seconds for a
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: Replacement Keys • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compat- NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting 2 Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot problems and loss of security protection. be programmed to any other vehicle. • Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, ad
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE procedure. This procedure consists of programming a 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within that has never been programmed. 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position a
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you • This device must accept any interference that may be do not have a programmed Sentry Key, contact your received, including interference that may cause undes- authorized dealer for details. ired operation. 2 NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- The Vehicle Security Alarm system moni
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm the System: To Disarm the System: Remove the keys from the ignition switch and exit the Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter vehicle. Lock the doors and liftgate by pressing the or insert a valid Sentry Key into the ignition lock power door LOCK switch or the LOCK button on the cylinder and turn the key to the ON position. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Close all the The Vehicle Security Alarm system is designed to
