CAUTION!
Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a
soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping
parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all
objects a safe distance from the window to prevent
damaging the heating elements.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
To utilize the rear wiper, press the switch to the
first detent. To activate the rear washer, depress the
switch to the second detent. The washer will
continue to spray as long as the switch is held. The switch
will return to the wiper mode when released. To turn the
rear wiper off, lift the bottom of the switch.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-
tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds
to flush out the residual water.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155
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NWindshield Washers...................238
NExhaust System......................238
NCooling System.......................239
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......242
NBrake System........................243
NAutomatic Transmission................245
NHydraulic Clutch Fluid Ð
Manual Transmission..................246
NManual Transmission..................246
NTransfer Case........................247
NFront/Rear Axle Fluid..................248
NAppearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................248mFuse Panel...........................254
NInterior Fuses........................254
NUnderhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center)..............256
mVehicle Storage........................256
mReplacement Bulbs Ð If Equipped.........257
mFluid Capacities.......................258
mRecommended Fluids, Lubricants And
Genuine Parts
.........................259
NEngine.............................259
NChassis............................260
222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
ªMaintenance Scheduleº in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 237
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Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be
checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiator anti-
freeze) rated not to freeze at -25ÉF (-31ÉC). Operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
WARNING!
Commercial windshield washer solvents are flam-
mable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or working around the
washer solution.
Windshield Washer Aiming
To change the aim of the windshield washers, place a
safety pin into the nozzle opening and move the nozzle
slightly. Continue making slight adjustments until you
obtain the desired pattern.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule ªB.º
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule ªB.º
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.
Once a Month
²
Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission, and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect brake hoses.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Inspect manual transmission fluid level Ð if
equipped.
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About Your Brakes...................... 177
Add-A-Trunk........................... 65
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 155
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 234
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 235
Air Conditioning....................... 151
Air Conditioning Controls................ 152
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 154
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 236
Air Filter............................. 234
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 192
Airbag................................ 22
Airbag Deployment...................... 27
Airbag Light........................29,118
Airbag Maintenance...................... 29
Airbag On/Off Switch.................... 26
Alignment and Balance.................. 195
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 147
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 258
Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 179
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 119
Appearance Care....................... 248Ashtray............................... 62
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 62
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 46
Automatic Transmission...............165,245
Adding Fluid........................ 246
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 245
Fluid Level Check..................... 245
Fluid Type.......................... 245
Gear Ranges......................... 166
Shifting............................ 165
Special Additives..................... 246
Torque Converter..................... 170
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet................. 63
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 63
Battery............................... 234
Emergency Starting.................... 216
Voltmeter........................... 116
Belts, Drive........................... 231
Belts, Seat............................. 17
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 237
Brake System.......................... 243
Anti-Lock........................... 179
288 INDEX
Rear Window Defroster.................. 154
Rear Window Features................... 154
Rear Wiper/Washer..................... 155
Rearview Mirrors........................ 46
Reclining Front Seats..................... 50
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 259
Recreational Towing..................... 205
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 205
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 206
Reformulated Gasoline................... 198
Refrigerant............................ 236
Release, Hood.......................... 55
Reminder, Lights On..................... 57
Replacement Bulbs...................... 257
Replacement Keys....................... 13
Replacement Parts...................... 227
Replacement Tires...................... 194
Reporting Safety Defects................. 284
Restraints, Child........................ 29
Restraints, Occupant..................... 16
Rotation, Tires......................... 196Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 41
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 41
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 284
Safety Information, Tire.................. 184
Safety Tips............................. 40
Satellite Radio......................... 145
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 147
Schedule, Maintenance................... 262
Seat Belts.............................. 17
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 21
And Pregnant Women.................. 21
Child Restraint......................29,36
Extender............................ 21
Front Seat............................ 17
Reminder........................... 117
Seats................................. 50
Adjustment.......................... 50
Rear Folding......................... 52
Rear Seat Cushion Removal.............. 53
Reclining............................ 50
Tilting.............................. 51
Selection of Oil........................ 230
296 INDEX
Turn Signals.........................58,116
Underhood Fuses....................... 256
Upholstery Care........................ 252
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 242
Variance, Compass....................... 48
Vehicle Identification Number............... 7
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 256
Vinyl Trim............................ 252
Voltmeter............................. 116
Warning Lights (Instrument
Cluster Description)..................... 116
Warnings and Cautions.................... 7Warranty Information.................... 283
Washer, Adding Fluid................... 155
Washers, Windshield.................... 238
Waxing and Polishing................... 249
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 195
Wheel Changing....................... 211
Wheel Mounting....................... 215
Wheel Nut Torque...................... 215
Windshield Defroster.................151,153
Windshield, Folding..................... 102
Windshield Washer Aiming............... 238
Windshield Washers...................58,238
Fluid.............................. 238
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 237
Windshield Wipers...................... 58
Wiper, Rear........................... 155
INDEX 299
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