ECU CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2005 1.G Owner's Manual

•Maintain coolant concentration at 50% ethylene glycol
antifreeze (minimum) in water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses
are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator and the front of the A/C
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance.
•Increasing engine speed at idle does not reduce cool-
ant temperature! Put transmission in NEUTRAL and
let engine idle at normal engine idle speed.
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any
heat source or moving component which may cause heat
damage or mechanical wear.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
Components should be replaced immediately if there is
any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure.
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Brakes
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Schedules.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering Hoses
When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of
heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling
indicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
NOTE:Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings.
Therefore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of
hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during
vehicle operation), should be noted before a hose is
replaced based on leakage.
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Standard Quad Headlights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-
ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward
away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from
the lower attachment clip.2. Remove the rubber boot seals.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Rotate the bulb to the left and replace the bulb.
Reinstall the rubber boot seals and then the headlight
module.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-
ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward
away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from
the lower attachment clip.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Adding Fuel........................... 252
Adding Washer Fluid.................. 115,297
Additives, Fuel......................... 250
Adjustable Pedals........................ 118
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 293
Air Conditioning Filter.................204,294
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 293
Air Conditioning System................195,293
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 234
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.....................46,51,61,151
Airbag Maintenance....................... 50
Airbag, Side............................ 48
Alarm System........................... 24
Alignment and Balance................... 241
All Wheel Drive...................217,242,310
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 189Antifreeze Disposal...................... 301
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........299,300,325
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 220
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 145
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 24
Appearance Care........................ 311
Arming Theft System...................... 24
Auto Down Power Windows................ 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 67
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights..................... 111
Automatic Temperature Control............. 195
Automatic Transaxle...................213,307
Adding Fluid......................... 327
Filter............................... 309
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 309
Fluid Level Check...................... 308
Interlock System....................... 214
Reset Mode.......................... 214
360 INDEX

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 36
And Pregnant Women................... 41
Child Restraint......................... 51
Extender............................. 41
Front Seat............................ 31
Pretensioners.......................... 39
Rear Seat............................. 31
Reminder............................ 150
Untwisting Procedure.................... 37
Seats................................. 93
Adjustment........................... 97
Easy Entry............................ 98
Heated.............................. 94
Memory............................. 104
Power............................... 93
Reclining............................. 96
Tilting............................... 98
Security Alarm.......................... 24
Selection of Coolant...................... 326Sentry Key............................. 12
Sentry Key Programming................... 14
Service Assistance....................... 350
Service Contract......................... 352
Service Engine Soon Light................. 149
Service Manuals........................ 356
Setting the Clock........................ 160
Shoulder Belts........................... 31
Side Airbag............................. 48
Signals, Turn.....................145,322,324
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 272
Snow Chains........................... 245
Snow Tires............................ 246
Spare Tire.......................237,238,265
Spark Plugs............................ 289
Speed Control.......................... 119
Speedometer........................... 145
Starting............................... 210
Engine Fails to Start.................... 211
372 INDEX