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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

CONTENTS

  1. Instrument Panel And Interior Controls 114

  2. Instrument Cluster 115

  3. Instrument Cluster Description 116

  4. Electronic Digital Clock 120

Clock Setting Procedure 121

Radio General Information 121

  1. Radio Broadcast Signals 121

  2. Two Types Of Signals 121

  3. Electrical Disturbances 121

  4. AM Reception 121

  5. FM Reception 121

I Sales Code RAD—AM & FM Stereo Radio
With Graphic Equalizer, Cassette Tape Player
With CD Player
122

  1. Radio Security Code 122

  2. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode 122

  3. Power Switch, Volume Control 123

  4. Seek Button (Radio Mode) 123

  5. Tuning 123

  6. Balance 123

  7. Fade 123

  8. Tone Control 123

  9. AM/FM-Tape/CD/CD-C 123

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  1. To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory 123

  2. Operating Instructions - RDS Mode 124

  3. Time Button 124

  4. ╥└ (Traffic Announcement) Button 125

  5. PTY (Program Type) Button 125

  6. AF LOC (Alternative Frequencies And Local
    Frequencies) Button 126

  7. Operating Instructions - Tape Mode 126

  8. Changing Tape Direction 127

  9. Seek Button 127

  10. Fast Forward (FF) 127

  11. Rewind (RW) 127

  12. Tape Eject A 127

  13. Metal Tape Selection (70us) 127

  14. Pinch Roller Release 128

  15. Dolby Noise Reduction 128


  1. Operation Instructions CD Player 128

  2. Inserting The Compact Disc 128

  3. Seek Button 128

  4. EJT CD (Eject) Button 129

  5. FF/Tune/RW Button 129

  6. Program Button 4 (Random Play) 129

  7. CD/CD—C/Tape Button 129

  8. Time Button 129

I Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio
With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability 130

  1. Operating Instructions 130

  2. Power Button 130

  3. Electronic Volume Control 130

  4. Seek 130

  5. Tune 131

  6. To Set The Push-Button Memory 131

  7. Balance 131

  8. Fade 131

  9. Bass And Treble Tone Control 131

  10. AM/FM Selection 132

  11. Mode Button 132

  12. Cassette Player Features 132

  13. CD Changer Control Capability

If Equipped 133

Radio Display Messages 134

I Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls ... 135

  1. Radio Operation 135

  2. CD Player Operation 137

  3. CD Changer Control Capability

If Equipped 138

Radio Display Messages 140

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I Sales Code RBT/RBY—AM Stereo & FM Stereo
Radio With Graphic Equalizer, Cassette Tape
Player And CD Player 140

  1. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode 140

  2. Power Switch, Volume Control 140

  3. Seek (Radio Mode) 141

D Tune 141

  1. Balance 141

  2. Fade 141

  3. Tone Control 141

  4. AM/FM Selection 141

  5. To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory 141

  6. Time 142

  7. Operating Instructions - Tape Mode 142

n(VA) 142

Tape 142

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  1. Seek 142

  2. Fast Forward (FF) 143

  3. Rewind (RW) 143

  4. EJT Tape 143

  5. Metal Tape Selection (70us) 143

  6. Pinch Roller Release 143

  7. Dolby Noise Reduction 143

  8. Operation Instructions CD Player 144

  9. Inserting The Compact Disc 144

  10. Seek 144

  11. EJT CD 144

  12. FF/Tune/RW 144

  13. RND (Random Play) 144

  14. CD/CD-C 145

  15. Time 145

I Satellite Radio If Equipped 145

  1. System Activation 145

  2. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
    Number (ENS/SID) 145

  3. Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB And

RBK Radios 146

Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU,

RAZ, And RBQ Radios 146

  1. Selecting a Channel 146

  2. Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels 147

  3. Using The PTY (Program Type) Button

(If Equipped) 147

  1. PTY Button "Scan" 147

  2. PTY Button "Seek" 147

  3. Satellite Antenna 147

  4. Reception Quality 147

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I Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 148 □ Air Conditioning If Equipped 151

I CD/DVD Disc Maintenance 149 □ Operating Tips 154

I Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 149 ■ Rear Window Features Hard Top Only .... 154

I Climate Controls 149 □ Rear Window Defogger 154

Heater Only If Equipped 150 □ Rear Window Wiper/Washer 155

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS

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  1. Air Vents

  2. Driver’s Airbag

  3. Instrument Cluster

  4. Radio

  5. Passenger Airbag

  6. Glove Compartment


  1. Climate Controls

  2. Passenger Airbag Switch*

  3. Axle Lock Switch*


  1. Auxilary Power Outlet

  2. Overdrive Switch*

  3. Cigar Lighter*


  1. Rear Window WiperAVasher Switch*

  2. Rear Window Defroster Switch*

  3. Horn

*If Equipped


INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

Your vehicle is equipped with the instrument cluster described on the following pages.

1. Voltmeter

I- +1 Indicates available battery voltage and charging system operation. The lower red zone indicates that battery charge may be too low to start the engine. With the engine running, the normal operating range is between 11 and 15 volts. Prolonged gauge readings between 8-11 (undercharge) or above 15 (overcharge) indicate possible malfunction of generator, voltage regulator or battery. See your dealer if such indications occur.

2. Front Fog Light Indicator Light If Equipped

This light shows when the front fog lights are on.

3. Cruise Indicator Light

CRUISE ^*s %nt snows when the electronic speed control system is turned on.

4. Sentry Key Indicator Light If Equipped

Refer to "Sentry Key Immobilizer System" in Section 2 of this manual.

5. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).

CAUTION!

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur.

6. Turn Signal Indicator Lights

The arrows will flash with the exterior turn sig- nals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone

will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than

1 mile (2 km).

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7. High Beam Indicator Light

=(""") This light shows that the headlights are on high ~~ beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low. If the driver’s door is open, and the headlights or parklights are left on, the "High Beam Indicator Light" will flash and a chime will sound.

8. Seat Belt Indicator Light

A warning chime and an indicator light will alert you to buckle the seat belts. When the belt is buckled, the chime will stop, but the light willstay on until it times out (about 6 seconds).

9. Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.

10. Front Axle Lock Indicator Light If Equipped

Indicates when the front axle lock has been FF*ONT activated.

11. Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light If Equipped

Indicates when the rear axle lock has been

REAR activated. LOCK

12. 4WD Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically lockedtogether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.

13. Shift Indicator Light If Equipped

This light shows the driver when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy (4.0L Only).

14.Oil Pressure Gauge

Indicates engine oil pressure. This gauge does not indicate oil level, and pressure varies with engine speed, temperature and oil viscosity. Consis­tent lower readings indicate possible malfunction. Seek authorized service.

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15.Coolant Temperature Gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. The red zone to the far right indicates possible overheat­ing. Seek authorized service immediately if the gauge operates in the red zone. In U.S. vehicles, temperature is indicated in degrees fahrenheit; in Canadian vehicles in degrees centigrade.

16. Airbag Warning Light

This indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on. If the light does not come on for 6 to 8seconds, stays on or comes on while driving,

have the airbag system checked by an authorized

dealer.

17. Check Gauges Warning Light

This light monitors the engine coolant tem­ perature, engine oil pressure, and voltage gauges. If it detects an extreme condition achime will sound and the light will come on. If the light comes on, check the operation of these gauges for a malfunction condition.

18. Malfunction Indicator Light

This light is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine, and automatic transmission control systems.The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.

Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.

When the engine is running, the "Malfunction Indicator Light" may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.

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19. Trip Odometer Button

Press and release this button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer displays. This button is also used to reset the trip odometer to 0. While the display is showing the trip odometer, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds and the display will reset to 0.

20. Odometer/Trip Odometer

The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

The odometer will "illuminate" when the driver’s door has been opened, and will remain on for 20 seconds after exiting the vehicle.

U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There­fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so the correct mileage can be determined.

The trip odometer shows individual mileage up to 999.9 miles (1 600 km). To switch from odometer to trip odometer, press the trip odometer button.

21.Anti-Lock (ABS) Warning Light

After ignition is turned on, illuminates to indi­ cate function check at vehicle start-up. If light remains on after start-up or comes on and stays on at road speeds, it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has become inoperative. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes.

If both the red BRAKE warning light and the amber ABS warning light are on, see your dealer immediately. Refer to "Anti-Lock Brake System" in Section 5 of this manual.

22. Brake Warning Light

After ignition is turned on, illuminates to in­ dicate function check at vehicle start-up. Indi­cates parking brake is applied. If the light stays on when the parking brake is off, it indicates a possible brake system fluid leak or low pressure level, see your authorized dealer immediately.

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If the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is in motion, the red BRAKE warning light will "flash" and a chime will sound.

The operation of the BRAKE warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

23.Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 U.S. Gallons (7.6L) this light will come on and remain on until fuel is added. The "Low Fuel Warning Light" may turn on and off again, especially during and after hard braking, accelerations, or turns. This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank.

24. Fuel Cap Indicator

This symbol indicates the side of the vehicle where the fuel cap is located.

25. Fuel Gauge

The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank. When the fuel gauge pointer initially moves to E, for your safety, approximately 2 U.S. Gallons (7.6L) of fuel remain.

NOTE: When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the fuel gauge, voltmeter, oil pressure and temperature gauges may not show accurate readings. When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch to ON to obtain accurate readings.

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK

The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position and the time button is pressed.

When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keeping is accurately maintained.

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Clock Setting Procedure

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position
    and press the time button. Using the tip of a ballpoint pen
    or similar object, press either the hour (H) or minute (M)
    buttons on the radio.

  2. Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set
    minutes. The time setting will increase each time you
    press a button.

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION

Radio Broadcast Signals

Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op­eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help you understand and save you concern about these "ap­parent" malfunctions, you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig­nals.

Two Types of Signals

There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.

Electrical Disturbances

Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal.

AM Reception

AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs.

FM Reception

Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia­tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio.

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SALES CODE RAD—AM & FM STEREO RADIO WITH GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER WITH CD PLAYER

Radio Security Code

This radio is equipped with an anti-theft feature which requires that a four digit code number be entered when­ever the power supply is interrupted (such as a discon­nected battery). The four digit code can be found on the last page of this manual. Please remove this page from the manual and store it in a safe place outside of the vehicle.

To enter the code, turn the key to the ON or ACC position and press the ON/VOL control. The word CODE will appear on the display. Enter your four digit code by pressing the appropriate preset buttons in sequence. Your radio is now ready for basic operation.

If an invalid code is entered into the radio, the radio will allow two more attempts. After a third attempt of enter­ing an invalid code, the radio will go into a lockup mode. This is to prevent continuous attempts at entering the wrong code until the right code is found.

Once a radio is in this lockup mode, it must be in a state where battery is applied for approximately 30 minutes. During this time, if the radio is on, the display will show "WAIT". After approximately 30 minutes, (radio on) radio will display "CODE" thereby again querying the operator for the 4 digit anti-theft code.

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.

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Power Switch, Volume Control

Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control to the right to increase the volume.

Seek Button (Radio Mode)

Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the MW/LW or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will by­pass stations without stopping until you release it.

Tuning

Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu­ously updated while the button is pressed.

Balance

The Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal­ance. Push in the button and it will pop out. Adjust the balance and push the button back in.

Fade

The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers. Push in the button and it will pop out. Adjust the balance and push the button back in.

Tone Control

Slide the Bass and/or Treble controls up or down to adjust the sound for the desired tone.

AM/FM-TAPE/CD/CD-C

Press the top of this button to switch between MW, FM, and LW. Press the bottom of this button to switch between Tape, CD, and optional CD changer control operation.

To Set The Radio Push-button Memory

You can store a total of 10 FM, 5 MW and 5 LW stations into memory.

When you are receiving a FM station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. SET 1 will appear in the radio display window. Select the push button you wish to lock on this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within