Dodge 2008 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

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INTRODUCTION

.............................................................3

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................9

3

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

...............................79

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

......................................... 163

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STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................241

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

...............................................333

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................345

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................397

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

..........................................405

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INDEX

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INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

m Introduction ...........................4

m Rollover Warning ........................4

m How To Use This Manual ..................5

m Warnings And Cautions ...................7

m Vehicle Identification Number ...............7

m Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............8

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INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-

cians and genuine Mopart parts, and is interested in

your satisfaction.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate

than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher

ground clearance, and a higher center of gravity than

many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in

a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an

unsafe manner, all vehicles can be caused to go out of

control. Because of the higher center of gravity, if this

vehicle is out of control it may rollover when some other

vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other

unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle

control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result

in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal

injury. Drive carefully.

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Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided

is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.

government notes that the universal use of existing seat

belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more

each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2

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 rear of this manual, contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the

symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout

this owner manual:

Rollover Warning Label

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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. The VIN is

visible from outside of the vehicle through the wind-

shield. This number also appears on the Automobile

Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on

your vehicle, the vehicle registration, and the title.

NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.

Vehicle Identification Number

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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

CONTENTS

m A Word About Your Keys ..................12

▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................12

▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................14

m Sentry Key ............................14

▫ Replacement Keys ......................15

▫ Customer Key Programming ..............16

▫ General Information ....................17

m Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ..........17

▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel .......17

▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .........18

m Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........18

▫ To Arm The System .....................18

▫ To Disarm The System ...................19

m Illuminated Entry ........................19

m Remote Keyless Entry .....................20

▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........20

▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............21

▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................23

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▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........24

▫ Battery Replacement ....................24

▫ General Information ....................25

m Remote Starting System — If Equipped ........25

m Door Locks ............................27

▫ Manual Door Locks .....................28

▫ Power Door Locks .....................29

▫ Automatic Door Locks ...................29

▫ Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ...........30

▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear

Doors) ..............................32

m Windows .............................33

▫ Power Windows .......................33

▫ Wind Buffeting ........................37

m Liftgate ...............................38

m Occupant Restraints ......................39

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................40

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions .....41

▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....44

▫ Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped .....45

▫ Energy Management Feature ..............45

▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................46

▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................46

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............48

▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................48

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▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint Systems (SRS) ..................49

▫ Child Restraint ........................66

m Engine Break-In Recommendations ...........76

m Safety Tips ............................76

▫ Exhaust Gas ..........................76

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................77

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The

Vehicle ..............................78

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with

either side up.

The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic

bag with the key code number on it. If you received your

keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you the

number. The key code can also be obtained by the dealer

from your vehicle invoice.

Ignition Key Removal

Manual Transmission

Turn the key to the ACC position and then push the key

and cylinder inward slightly and rotate the key to the

LOCK position. Then remove the key.

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped

Place the shift lever in P (Park). Turn the key to the ACC

position and then push the key and cylinder inward

slightly and rotate the key to the LOCK position. Then

remove the key.

Vehicle Key

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WARNING!

Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving

children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a

number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-

ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the

ignition. A child could operate power windows,

other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.

Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock

all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Ignition Key Positions

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Key-In-Ignition Reminder

If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the

ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the

key.

NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds

when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC

position.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-

rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The

system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation

is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked

or unlocked.

The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded

electronic chip (transponder), to prevent unauthorized

vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-

grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two (2)

seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the

engine.

NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also

considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the

ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.

During normal operation, after turning on the ignition

switch, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will

turn on for three (3) seconds for a bulb check. If the light

remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is

a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light

begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that

someone used an invalid key to start the engine. Either of

these conditions will result in the engine being shut off

after two (2) seconds.

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If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on

during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for

longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in

the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle ser-

viced as soon as possible.

NOTE:

•

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible

with some after-market remote starting systems. Use

of these systems may result in vehicle starting prob-

lems and loss of security protection.

•

Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or

any other transponder-equipped components on the

same key chain will not cause a key-related (transpon-

der) fault unless the additional part is physically held

against the ignition key being used when starting the

vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics

will not cause interference with this system.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have

been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle

electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.

Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot

be programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle and

lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided

with a four-digit PIN number. Keep the PIN in a secure

location. This number is required for dealer replacement

of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an

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authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro-

gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro-

gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank

key is one, which has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer

System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the

dealer.

Customer Key Programming

If you have two valid sentry keys, you can program new

sentry keys to the system by performing the following

procedure:

1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to

match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn

the ignition switch to the “ON” position for at least 3

seconds, but no longer than 15-seconds. Then, turn the

ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and remove the

first key.

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.

Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 15

seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound. In

addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will

begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”

position and remove the second key.

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Turn

the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 60

seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In

addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will

stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete,

the indicator light will turn on again for 3 seconds and

then turn off.

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The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Keyless Entry

Transmitter will also be programmed during this pro-

cedure.

Repeat this procedure to program up to 8 keys. If you do

not have a programmed sentry key, contact your dealer

for details.

NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to

have all remaining keys erased from the systems

memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your

vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro-

grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at

the time of service to be reprogrammed.

General Information

The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15

and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is

subject to the following conditions:

•

This device may not cause harmful interference.

•

This device must accept any interference that may be

received, including interference that may cause undes-

ired operation.

STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering

wheel lock (manual transmission only). This lock pre-

vents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the

steering wheel is moved a half turn in either direction

and the key is not in the ignition, the steering wheel will

lock.

To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel

With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel 1/2

revolution from straight ahead position, turn off the

engine, and remove the key. Rotate the steering wheel

slightly in both directions until the lock engages.

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To Release the Steering Wheel Lock

Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly

to the right or left to disengage the lock.

NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage

the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to

disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage

the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.

SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system monitors the vehicle doors, liftgate, and

ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is

activated, the system provides both audible and visual

signals. The horn will sound repeatedly for three minutes

and the headlights and taillights will flash for an addi-

tional 15 minutes.

NOTE: The “Panic” and “Security” alarms are quite

different. Please take a moment to activate the “Panic”

and the “Security” modes to hear the differences in the

horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will

need to know which mode has been activated in order to

deactivate it.

To Arm the System:

Remove the keys from the ignition switch and exit the

vehicle. Lock the doors and liftgate by pressing the

power door lock switch or the Lock button on the remote

keyless entry transmitter. Close all doors. The “Vehicle

Security Alarm Indicator Light” (located in the instru-

ment cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to

signal that the system is arming. During this 16-second

pre-arm period, opening any door or the liftgate will

cancel the arming process. If the system arms success-

fully, the “Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light” will

flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set.

Manually locking the doors with the door lock plunger

(located on the inside of the doors) or the driver’s door

key lock cylinder will not arm the system.

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To Disarm the System:

Either press the Unlock button on the remote keyless

entry transmitter or insert a valid sentry key into the

ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON

position.

The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your

vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the

system will give you a false alarm. If the previously

described arming sequence has occurred, the system will

arm regardless of whether you are inside or outside the

vehicle. If you remain inside the vehicle and open a door,

the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the system.

Manually unlocking the doors with the door lock plunger

(located on the inside of the doors) or the driver’s door

key lock cylinder will not disarm the system.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the alarm in your absence, the

horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors.

Check the vehicle for tampering.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The interior lights come on when you open any door.

They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors

are closed then fade to off.

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignition

after you close all the doors.

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and

liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances up to

23 feet (7 meters) using your key fob. The key fob does

not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the

system.

NOTE:

•

For the remote starting feature (if equipped), refer to

“Remote Starting System” in this section.

•

Your vehicle’s key fob may have three or four buttons

depending on the optional features purchased with

your vehicle.

To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate

Press and release the “Unlock” button on the key fob

once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all

doors and the liftgate. The parking lights will flash to

acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry

system will also turn on.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either

the driver’s door or all doors and the liftgate on the first

press of the “Unlock” button on the key fob. To change

the current setting, proceed as follows:

Three Button Key Fob

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