airbag CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

•Rearward-facing child seats mustNEVERbe used in
the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger
airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe
injury or death to infants in this position.
Older Children and Child Restraints
Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are
older than one year can ride forward-facing in the
vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child
seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children
who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older
than one year. These child seats are also held in the
vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child
restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” later in this section.
The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing
more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit
the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child can not sit
with knees bent over the vehicles seat cushion while thechild’s back is against the seat back, they should use a
belt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster seat
are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
•Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’t
help, move the child to the center rear seating position
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and use the lap belt. Never allow a child to put the
shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.
NOTE:For additional information, refer to
www.seatcheck.org or call 1-866-SEATCHECK.
WARNING!
•Improper installation can lead to failure of an
infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
collision. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex-
actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
•A rearward facing child restraint should only be
used in a rear seat. A rearward facing child re-
straint in the front seat may be struck by a
deploying passenger airbag which may cause se-
vere or fatal injury to the infant.
Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child
restraint:
•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
Standards. We also recommend that you make sure
that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle
where you will use it, before you buy it.
•The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s
weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for
weight and height limits.
•Carefully follow the instructions that come with the
restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.
The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching
latch plates, which are designed to keep the lap
portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not
necessary to use a locking clip. Pulling up on the
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WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
•Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
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If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
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CAUTION!
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) has
been optimized for the original equipment tires and
wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been
established for the tire size equipped on your ve-
hicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor dam-
age may result when using replacement equipment
that is not of the same size, type, and / or style.
Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do
not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if
your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to
the sensors may result.
22. Airbag Light
This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
23. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display — If
Equipped
When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
messages.
24. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If this light is accompanied by a continuous
chime, the engine temperature is critically hot, and
the vehicle should be turned off immediately. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible.
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Adding Fuel........................... 321
Adding Washer Fluid..................140,382
Additives, Fuel......................... 320
Adjustable Pedals....................... 148
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 378
Air Conditioning.....................241,246
Air Conditioning Controls................. 241
Air Conditioning Filter.................259,379
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 378
Air Conditioning System..........241,246,249,378
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 242
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 298
Airbag................................ 50
Airbag Deployment....................... 63
Airbag Light...................55,56,65,80,188
Airbag Maintenance....................... 64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 51
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 305All Wheel Drive (AWD)................276,395
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 237
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........384,385,411
Disposal............................ 386
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 279
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 181
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 396
Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 34
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 88
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Headlights.................... 136
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 249
Automatic Transaxle....................12,270
Adding Fluid......................... 413
Interlock System.....................15,271
Reset Mode.......................... 272
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Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 55
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 41
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................71,74
Latches
Hood............................... 131
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 318
Life of Tires............................ 304
Liftgate................................ 35
Lights..............................81,133
Airbag........................55,65,80,188
Anti-Lock........................... 181
Automatic Headlights................... 136
Back-Up............................. 409
Brake Warning........................ 182Bulb Replacement...................... 406
Courtesy/Reading..................... 133
Cruise.............................. 185
Daytime Running...................... 136
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 134
Door Ajar........................... 189
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 188
Fog ..........................137,186,409
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 344
Headlight Switch...................... 135
Headlights.....................135,406,407
High Beam Indicator.................... 185
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................... 135
Interior............................. 135
License............................. 410
Liftgate Ajar.......................... 189
Lights On Reminder.................... 136
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 185
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Oil Pressure.......................... 186
Park............................... 408
Reading............................. 153
Rear Servicing........................ 409
Rear Tail............................ 409
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 186
Service.............................. 406
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 185
Side Marker.......................... 409
Turn Signal..................134,137,408,409
Voltage............................. 180
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 180
Washer Fluid......................... 189
Load Leveling System.................... 172
Loading Vehicle......................326,328
Capacities........................... 328
Tires ............................... 293
Locks
Door................................ 27Steering Wheel......................... 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH).....................71,74
Lubrication, Body....................... 381
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 169
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 64
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 376
Maintenance Procedures................... 369
Maintenance Schedule.................... 416
Schedule “A”......................... 430
Schedule “B”......................... 419
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 163
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 185,367
Manual, Service......................... 442
Map/Reading Lights..................... 153
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 127
Memory Seat.........................91,127
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 199
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Engine Fails to Start.................... 268
Starting and Operating.................... 266
Starting Procedures...................... 266
Steering
Linkage............................. 380
Power...........................286,379
Shaft Seal............................ 380
Tilt Column.......................... 141
Wheel Lock........................... 14
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 237
Storage............................166,405
Storage, Vehicle......................258,405
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 405
Sun Roof.............................. 160
Sun Visor Extension....................... 91
Sunglasses Storage....................... 153
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 163
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 50Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 373
System, Navigation...................... 232
Tachometer............................ 184
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 249
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......180,345
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............71,74
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 168
Tilt Steering Column..................... 141
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 293
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 292
Tire Markings.......................... 288
Tire Safety Information.................... 288
Tires ............................81,297,443
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 304
Air Pressure.......................... 297
Alignment........................... 305
Chains.............................. 306
Changing............................ 346
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