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O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
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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............................. 85 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................191 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................291 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 47
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Van Conversions/Campers ................. 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction. essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should erating procedures that could result in an accident or also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions bodily injury. It also containsCAUTIONS against proce- are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you assistance in obtaining re
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the 1 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- WARNING! mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. Anymodificationsoralterationstothisvehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 ▫ General Information ................... 18 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 18 If Equipped ......................... 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 18 ▫Key FOB ........................... 13 ▫ To Set The Alarm ..................... 18 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 14 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19 ▫ Key-In-I
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — If ▫ Power Windows – If Equipped ............ 34 Equipped ........................... 23 ▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 37 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 24 Occupant Restraints ..................... 37 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 24 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 38 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 24 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 47 ▫ Ge
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 51 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 79 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Safety Tips ........................... 80 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 80 2 Airbag ............................. 52 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 81 ▫ Airbag System Components .............. 53 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ▫ Advanced Front Airba
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with Equipped detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi- Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system tions are OFF, ACC, and ON. The START position is a consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RK
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. 2 The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 1 — OFF 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 3—ON 4 — START
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an then pull the key out with your other hand. automatic transmission). Turn the Key Fob to the OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, po
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Key-In-Ignition Reminder Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the for further information. ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob. 2 WARNING! NOTE: Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving • The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the unattended children in
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as vehicle c
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed. 2 vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. NOTE: • When having the Se
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information if a valid Sentry Key is used to start the vehicle. Use of The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 the Sentry Key will disable the alarm. and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is Rearming of the System subject to the following conditions: The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 • This device may not cause harmful interference. additional minutes of headlights and Vehicle Security Light
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continu- The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your ously during vehicle operation, have the system checked vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the by an authorized dealer. system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ously described arming sequences has occurred, the 2 To Disarm the System Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether Use the RKE transmitter
