Dodge 2005 Dakota User Manual

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

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe double sided keys may be inserted into the lockswith either side up. The keys for your new vehicle areenclosed in a plastic

If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue-tooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellularphone and the UConnect™ system, follow the in

•The selected phone will be used for the next phonecall. If the selected phone is not available, the UCon-nect™ system will return to using the highes

•fully closed windows,•dry weather condition.•Even though the system is designed for users speakingin North American English and Spanish accents, thes

•Performance, such as, audio clarity, echo. and loud-ness to a large degree, rely on the phone and network,and not the UConnect™ system.•Echo at far e

104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

North American EnglishPrimary Alternate(s)Zero OhAdd location Add newAll All of themConfirmation prompts Confirmations promptsDelete a name DeleteLang

WARNING!Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat couldcause you to lose control. The seat belt might

WARNING!Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under t

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

To lower the head restraint, depress the release buttonlocated at the base of the head restraint and push downon the head restraint.6 - Way Power Seat

The power seat controls are on the outboard side of thedriver’s seat cushion. Three switches control the seatmovement. The four-way switch in the cent

Club Cab/Quad Cab Rear SeatMore cargo space is available by lifting up on the rearseat cushion.The Quad Cab rear seat is a 60/40 split cushion and ful

Then push the safety latch lever down while lifting thegrille with your right hand. It is located at the top centerof the grille just left of center.L

LIGHTS Interior LightsCourtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side

control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause allthe interior lights to go out. This is also known as the⬙Party⬙ mode because it allows the do

Headlamp DelayTo aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with aheadlamp delay that will leave the headlamps on for 60seconds. This delay is initiat

To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses andreducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. Toremove road dirt, wash with a mild soa

CARGO Light — If EquippedThe cargo lights are turned on by pressing on theCARGO button. The interior lights will also turn onwhen the cargo lights are

The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashesto indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operationof the front and rear turn signal

The ⬙Security Light⬙ will illuminate for about 3 secondswhen the ignition switch is first turned to the ONposition. If the vehicle electronics do not

Windshield WipersThe wipers and washers are operated by a switch in themultifunction control lever. Turn the end of the handle toselect the desired wi

WARNING!Sudden loss of visibility through the windshieldcould lead to an accident. You might not see othervehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden

TILT STEERING COLUMNTo tilt the column, push down on the lever below the turnsignal control and move the wheel up or down, asdesired.WARNING!Tilting t

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDWhen engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera-tion at speeds greater than (refer to the table below for

WARNING!Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use isdangerous. You could accidentally set the system tocause it to go faster than you want. You cou

Functions 3.7L 4.7L 4.7L HOEngage Speed 30 mph (48 km/h) 30 mph (48 km/h) 30 mph (48 km/h)Minimun RESUME Speed 25 mph (40 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 25 mp

WARNING!Speed Control can be dangerous where the systemcan’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle couldgo too fast for the conditions, and you coul

Courtesy/Reading LightsNear the front of the console are two courtesy/readinglights.Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door isopened, wh

RESET ButtonUse this button to reset the following displays to zero:•Average Fuel Economy•Trip Odometer•Elapsed time.Global ResetIf the RESET button a

Step ButtonUse this button to choose or cycle through the four tripconditions.Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Shows the average fuel economy since the l

2. Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition tothe ON position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, achime will sound and the ⬙Security Ligh

When Distance To Empty = 0, the fuel gauge pointer willinitially be on the red “E” marker. At this point (fuelgauge pointer on the the red “E” marker)

Compass/Temperature DisplayWARNING!Even if the display still reads a few degrees above32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularlyin woods o

To Put Into a Calibration ModeTurn on the ignition and set the display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold the RESET button tochange the display

To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold theRESET button approximately five seconds. The

For additional information on HomeLink威, call 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to

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

NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openersmay require you to replace this Programming Step 3 withprocedures noted in the ⬙Gate Operator/Canadia

and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener(or other rolling code equipped device), repeat thissequence a third time to complete the program

Using HomeLinkTo operate, simply press and release the programmedHomeLink button. Activation will now occur for thetrained device (i.e. garage door op

SecurityGarage Door Opener Operation with SecurityAlarm (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the Security Alarmfeature, the operation of the

depress and hold the release button located between theignition switch and the instrument panel. Turn the igni-tion key to LOCK and remove the key.Aut

automatically when ready for use. To preserve the heat-ing element, do not hold the lighter in the heatingposition.The console outlet can be reconfigu

FLOOR CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPEDFloor Console FeaturesFloor Console FeaturesThe Floor Console between the driver’s and front pas-senger’s seat, has the fol

Power Outlet and Portable Phone StorageThe console is equipped with a power outlet, portablephone storage bin, and phone cord routing. The phonestorag

CUP HOLDERSIf your vehicle has bucket seats with a center console,there are three cup holders located on the console. Referto the section on floor con

2. Unclip and remove the cables from the box whilemaintaining a 45° angle.3. Lift the tailgate off of the pivot on the passenger sideby pulling upward

General InformationThe Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to bodymodifications and special equipment, such as a camperunit, heaters, stoves, refri

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLSCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls ...150䡵 Instrument Cluster ...151䡵 Instrument Cluster

䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) RadioWith Optional Satellite Radio, Hands FreePhone, And Video Capabilities ...166▫ Operating Instructi

䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 182▫ Radio Operation ...183▫ CD Player ...183䡵 Compact Disc

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-mission, the key cannot be turned to LOCK until theselector is in the PARK position. Do not attempt

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS150 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERINSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1514

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GageThe fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank whenignition switch is in the ON position. (See page 245for more

left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPMvehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for morethan one mile. (See page 118 for more informa

CAUTION!Driving with a hot engine cooling system coulddamage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on,safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle

12. ABS Warning LightThis light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Systemwhich is described elsewhere in this manual.This light will come on when the igniti

U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer ofvehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser thecorrect mileage that the vehicle has b

21. BRAKE System Warning LightThis light will light when the ignition key is turned to theON position and will remain on for a few seconds. If theligh

If this light comes on and remains on while driving, itsuggests a potential engine control problem and the needfor system service.Although your vehicl

29. Cargo LampThe Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the CargoLamp is activated from the headlight control switch,located below the headlight switc

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksAll the doors can be “manually” locked from the insideby pushing down the door lock plunger, located at therear of the door

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCKThe clock and radio each use the display panel built intothe radio. A digital readout shows the frequency and/ortime in hours

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)RADIO WITH OPTIONAL HANDS FREE PHONECAPABILITYOperating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must

Mode Button (Radio Mode)Press the mode button repeatedly to select between theCD player or Satellite Radio (if equipped).SEEK Button (Radio Mode)Press

RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tunerto search for the next frequency in the direction of thearrows. This feature

Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this stationand press and release that button. If a button is notselected within 5 seconds after pressin

NOTE:•You may insert or eject a disc with the radio or ignitionswitch OFF.•If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the CD will aut

Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an i

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Pressthe ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.Electronic Volu

SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (ifequipped) frequencie

Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL willdisplay. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left toadjust the sound level from the right or

Power Door LocksVehicles equipped with power door locks can be lockedor unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lockswitches located on the

Program Type16 Digit-CharacterDisplayJazz JazzClassical ClassicalRhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_BluesSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_BForeign Language

Inserting Compact Disc(s)CAUTION!This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechani

SCAN Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play)Press the Scan button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing.LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode For CD A

TIME Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play)Press this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display and small clock time display to ala

Notes On Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3file recording media and formats are limited. Whenwriting MP3 files, pa

Supported MP3 file formatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may

Playback of MP3 filesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

LOAD / EJECT - EjectPress the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push-button with the corresponding number wherethe CD was loaded and the disc will unloadand

AM/FM Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Switches back to Radio mode.RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Pressing this button plays files randomly.SET/DIR

System ActivationTo activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call thetoll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web siteat www.sirius.com

As a safety feature the doors will not lock when using thedoor lock switches during the following conditions:•The driver’s door is open while the key

mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition isturned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any buttonwas pushed.Selecting Satellite Mode in REF Ra

Storing and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsIn addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, youmay also commit 10 satellite stations to push buttonmemo

Reception QualitySatellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons.•The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure o

The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left hand controlis different depending on which mo

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-ing the disc.4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,or antistatic sprays.5

Air Conditioning And HeaterAir Conditioning And Heater OperationTo turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fan control at anyspeed and press the snowfla

Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level)Select the recirculation modes whenthe outside air contains dust, odors,high humidity, or if rapid cooling isde

Temperature ControlThe rotary knob at the centerof the control panel controlsthe temperature of the inte-rior air. You can choose yourdegree of comfor

Operating TipsFast CooldownFor a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob tothe extreme right position, turn the mode control to thepanel fresh

Summer OperationAir conditioned vehicles must be protected with a highquality antifreeze coolant during summer to provideproper corrosion protection a

•The doors of the vehicle must be locked automaticallyby the Automatic Door Lock feature.•The vehicle is in P (Park) and the ignition switch is inany

Operation Tips Chart190 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER – IF EQUIPPEDCAUTION!Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use asoft cloth

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ...196▫ Manual Transmission ...196▫ Automatic Transmission ...

䡵 Brake System ...221▫ Rear Wheel Anti-Lock BrakeSystem — (If Equipped) ...221▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock BrakeSystem —

▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...246▫ MMT In Gasoline ...246▫ Materials Added To Fuel ...247▫ Adding Fuel ...

STARTING PROCEDURESThe starter should not be operated for more than 15second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between suchintervals will protect the s

Normal StartingNormal starting of either a warm or cold engine isobtained without pumping or depressing the acceleratorpedal. Turn the key to the STAR

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

WARNING!Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord couldcause electrocution.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONAutom

Child Protection Door LockTo provide a safer environment for children riding in therear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child-protection

WARNING!Your vehicle could move and injure you and others ifit is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying tomove the gearshift lever back and fort

“N” NeutralShift to Neutral when vehicle is standing for prolongedperiods with engine running. Engine may be started inthis range. Set the parking bra

•transmission has reached normal operating tempera-ture.NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem-peratures, the transmission may not shif

performance and reduce the potential for transmissionoverheating or failure due to excessive shifting. Whenoperating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, 5th gear (ife

transmission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due tothe fluid partially draining from the torque converter intothe transmission. This condition is

Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, orattempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedalpartially engaged, as this will c

DownshiftingMoving from a high gear down to a lower gear isrecommended to preserve brakes when driving downsteep hills. In addition, downshifting at t

position - see Shifting Procedure section for specificshifting instructions. The 4HI and 4LO positions aredesigned for loose, slippery road surfaces o

or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WDsystem is not functioning properly and that service isrequired.WARNING!Always engage the parking b

WARNING!You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended with the transfer case in theNeutral (N) position without first fully engagi

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

Shifting Procedure - NV233 Transfer CaseNOTE: If any of the requirements to select a newtransfer case position have not been met, the transfer casewil

ON. At this time, reduce speed and stop spinning thewheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to10 seconds for the shift to complete after

NOTE: If steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or AlternateProcedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift orif they no longer are being met

When additional traction is required, the 4HI and 4LOpositions can be used to lock the front and rear drive-shafts together through the transfer case

The SERVICE 4WD warning light monitors the electricshift 4WD system. If this light remains on after enginestart up or illuminates during driving, it m

NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blockedwith metal objects.To unlock the doors:Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fobonce to unl

Horn Chirp ProgrammingThe horn chirp feature will be shipped from the assemblyplants activated. If desired this feature can be disabled byusing the fo

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, whileyou are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm.Opening a door with the Security Alarm ac

1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life ofbatteries is five years.2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio stationtower, airpor

8. Using the fob to be programmed, press and releaseboth the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, simultaneouslyfor 2 seconds and then release.9. Press and releas

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a batte

To Disarm the System:Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock the doors. Ifsomething has triggered the system in your absence, thehorn will sound t

WINDOWSPower WindowsThe control on the left front door has up-down switchesthat give you finger tip control of all four power win-dows. There is a sin

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

ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened.This feature can be turned off by your authorized dealer.NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature

Sliding Rear WindowA locking device in the center of the window helps toprevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze thelock to release the win

Please pay close attention to the information in thissection. It tells you how to use your restraint systemproperly to keep you and your passengers as

WARNING!It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, peopleriding in these areas are more likely

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat.2. The seat belt latch plate is above the

WARNING!•A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protectyou properly. The lap portion could ride too high onyour body, possibly causing internal

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 front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can beadjusted upward or downward to help position the belt

Automatic Locking Mode (if equipped)To convert from the normal emergency locking mode tothe automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder beltportion and

The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re-straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension-ers are single use items. After a collis

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

3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckleand then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least threetimes within 10 seconds, ending with the

WARNING!Using a seat belt extender when not needed canincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Only use theseat belt extender when the lap belt is

the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. Thewords SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the

Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with theinstrument panel knee bolsters to provide improvedprotection for the driver and front passenger.

2. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder beltsproperly.3. The driver and front passenger seats should be movedback as far as practical to al

Air Bag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller•Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If Equipped)•Air

The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronicparts of the system whenever the ignition switch is inthe START or RUN positions. These include a

NOTE: Children 12 years and under should always ridebuckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint.•The Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) In

For almost all properly installed rear facing child re-straints, the PAD indicator light will be illuminatedindicating that the front passenger airbag

the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as anadult. An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position(with their feet on or near the floor)

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

Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light. Once thelodged object is removed, the fault will be automaticallycleared after a short period of time.•T

or a weight less than the predetermined threshold, theORC will not illuminate the PAD indicator light eventhough the airbag is turned OFF.•Your vehicl

•Do not modify the front seat center console or centerposition seat in any way.•Do not use prior or future model year seat covers notdesignated for th

NOTE:A frontal collision that is not severe enough toneed airbag protection will not activate the system. Thisdoes not mean something is wrong with th

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail whenyou need it. You could be injured if

•The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 secondinterval.•The light flickers or comes on and remains on whiledriving.NOTE: If the speedometer

WARNING!Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck,or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) o

To Shut Off the Passenger Frontal AirbagPlace the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On/OffSwitch, push the key in and turn clockwise, and removethe

In the event that an investigation is undertaken byDaimlerChrysler Corporation (regardless of initiative),the company or its designated representative

•Airbag deployment level (if applicable)•Seatbelt status•Brake status (service and parking brakes)•Accelerator status (including vehicle speed)•Engine

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may

•The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in thevehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh upto about 20 lbs (9 kg). ⬙Convertible⬙ child

Children Too Large for Booster Seats•Children who are large enough to wear the shoulderbelt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough tobend over th

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

provides for the installation of the child restraint withoutusing the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the childrestraint using lower anchorages

the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, butyou must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the centerposition.If your child restraints are not LATC

of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back, and arejust visible when you lean into the vehicle to install thechild restraint. You will easily fe

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle SeatBeltThe passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch-ing latch plates or automatic locking re

Child Restraint Tether AnchorThe Club Cab model has two routing strapslocated behind each of the rear outboard seat-ing positions. The tether anchor i

Tether Strap at the Front Passenger Seat (Club Cab)1. Route the child restraint tether strap up and over thefront passenger seat back and under the he

Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Club Cab)1. Route the child restraint tether strap through therouting loop, located directly behind the chil

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ...10▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...10▫ Sentry

Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Quad Cab)1. Route the child restraint tether strap under the headrestraint for the outboard seating position

Multiple Child Restraint Quad CabTHINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 712

WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toseat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, theseat could come loose and allow the

A new engine may consume some oil during its first fewthousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of thebreak-in and is not an indication of di

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside TheVehicleSeat BeltsInspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,frays and loose parts. Damaged parts

Fluid LeaksCheck the area under vehicle after overnight parking forfuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasolinefumes are detected, the ca

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ...81▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...81▫ Automatic

▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquipped ...109▫ Adjustable Head Restraints — Front SeatingPositions ...

▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ...123▫ To Deactivate ...123▫ To Resume Speed ...124▫ To Vary The Speed

▫ Battery Replacement ...26䡵 Security Alarm System — If Equipped ...27▫ To Set The Alarm ...27▫ To Disarm Th

▫ Erasing Homelink Buttons ...138▫ Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 138▫ Security ...139䡵 Electrical

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorThe mirror should be adjusted to center on the viewthrough the rear window. A two-point pivot systemallows for horizonta

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head-light glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn thefe

Electric Remote-Control MirrorsThe controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’s door trim panel.To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand

WARNING!Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on you

The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32names and four numbers per name. Each language has aseparate 32 name phonebook accessible only in

Profile), you may not be able to use any UConnect™features. Refer to your cellular service provider or thephone manufacturer for details.The UConnect™

Voice Command TreeRefer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section.Help CommandIf you need assistance at any prompt or if you want toknow what your op

•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙•When prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙Pair aPhone.⬙•You will be ask

Dial by Saying a Number•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Dial.⬙•System will prompt you to say t

䡵 Safety Tips ...73▫ Exhaust System ...73▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside TheVehicle ...

Add Names to Your UConnect™ PhonebookNOTE: Adding names to phonebook is recommendedwhen vehicle is not in motion.•Press the “Phone” button to begin.•A

•You will then be asked for the name of the phonebookentry that you wish to edit.•Next, choose the number designation (home, work,mobile, or pager) th

After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be de-leted. Note that only the phonebook in the currentlanguage is deleted.Delete All Entries in the U

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No CallCurrently in ProgressWhen you receive a call on your cellular phone, theUConnect™ system will interrupt the

Toggling Between CallsIf two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold),press the ’Phone’ button until you hear a single beepindicating that t

Call ContinuationCall continuation is progression of a phone call onUConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key hasbeen switched to off. Call cont

Emergency AssistanceIf you are in an emergency and the mobile phone isreachable:•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergencynumber for your area

Please refer to the 24-Hour Towing Assistance coveragedetails in the DaimlerChrysler Corporation 24-HourTowing Assistance Program Guide.PagingTo learn

Barge In - Overriding PromptsThe ’Voice Recognition’ button can be used when youwish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voicerecognition command

may feel that the call did not go through even though thecall is in progress. Once your call is answered, you willhear the audio.Mute/Un-mute (Mute of