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Headlight Beam Select Switch
Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the
headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever a
second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam.
Flash to Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the turn signal lever toward the steering
wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high
beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlighted area.
To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the
headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights. The
delay interval begins when the ignition is turned off.
If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they
will turn off in the normal manner.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever
to select the desired wiper speed.
NOTE:Always remove any build-up of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to
the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is
turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
2.4L Engine..........................201
2.7L Engine..........................202
Onboard Diagnostic System—OBD II......203
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs
............................204
Replacement Parts.....................205
Dealer Service........................205
Maintenance Procedures.................206
▫Engine Oil..........................206
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........212
▫Maintenance-Free Battery................212
▫Air Conditioner......................214▫Power Steering—Fluid Check............215
▫Suspension Ball Joints..................216
▫Body Mechanism Lubrication.............216
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................217
▫Windshield Washers...................218
▫Exhaust System......................219
▫Cooling System.......................220
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......224
▫Brakes.............................224
▫Fuel System Hoses....................227
▫Automatic Transmission................227
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If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directly
into the lock cylinder, apply a small amount of the
lubricant to the key. Insert the key into the lock cylinder,
then proceed as described above, to distribute the lubri-
cant within the lock cylinder. Pay attention to trunk
hinges, especially during cold weather, to ensure ease of
trunk operation.
Other Body Mechanisms
The following body mechanisms should be inspected
and, if necessary, all pivot and sliding contact areas of
these components should be lubricated with the lubricant
specified as follows:
Engine Oil
•
Door hinges
•Hood hinges
•Trunk hinges
Smooth White Body Lubricant - Such as Mopar
Spray White Lube:
•
Hood hinge springs and links
•Lock cylinders
•Parking brake mechanism
•Trunk latches
•Ash tray
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 217
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Unleaded Gasoline...................... 174
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 224
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 58
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading.....................161,179
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 236
Vehicle Theft Alarm...................... 23
Vinyl Trim............................ 231
Viscosity, Engine Oil..................... 243
Voltmeter.............................. 91
Warning, Door Ajar...................... 17
Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 186
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 270
Washer, Adding Fluid................... 218
Washers, Windshield..................68,218
Washing Vehicle........................ 230
Waxing and Polishing................... 230
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 171
Wind Buffeting.......................26,81Window Airbag.......................34,39
Window Fogging....................... 130
Windows.............................. 25
Power.............................. 25
Windshield Washers...................68,218
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 218
Windshield Wipers.................67,68,217
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 218
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 69
Wood Trim Cleaning.................... 233
INDEX 291
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