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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 hose is re-
placed based on leakage.
NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be performed
whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine
oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots. If there is any evidence
of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 154
Console, Overhead ....................... 150
Console, Removable ................... 176,178
Contract, Service ........................ 450
Coolant Pressure Cap ..................... 396
Cooling System ......................... 394
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 396
Coolant Capacity ...................... 421
Coolant Level ...................... 394,397
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 397
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 395
Inspection ........................... 394
Points to Remember .................... 398
Pressure Cap ......................... 396
Radiator Cap ......................... 396
Selection of Coolant ............... 395,421,422
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 147
Cruise Light ........................... 204
Cup Holder ......................... 170,410 Customer Assistance ..................... 449
Daytime Running Lights ................... 137
Dealer Service .......................... 378
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 287
Defroster, Windshield ................ 84,267,278
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 376
Digital Video Disc Player .................. 243
Dimmer Control ........................ 135
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission ................. 404
Oil (Engine) .......................... 379
Disarming, Theft System ................... 28
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 397
Engine Oil ........................... 383
Domelight ............................. 135
Door Ajar Light ......................... 197
Door Locks ............................. 17 INDEX 461
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Temperature Gauge ..................... 200
Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 38,83,333,393
Exhaust System ......................... 393
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 52
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 93
Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... 384
Air Conditioning .................... 284,389
Automatic Transaxle .................... 405
Engine Oil ........................ 383,422
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 383
Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... 344
Turn Signal ..................... 197,418,419
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 355
Fluid Capacities ......................... 421
Fluid Leaks ............................. 85 Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission ................. 404
Brake ............................... 401
Power Steering ........................ 390
Fog Light Service ........................ 419
Fog Lights .......................... 138,419
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 368
Fuel ................................. 330
Adding ............................. 334
Additives ............................ 332
Clean Air ............................ 331
Filler Cap ............................ 334
Gasoline ............................ 330
Gauge .............................. 196
Hoses .............................. 402
Light ............................... 197
Octane Rating ...................... 330,422
Requirements ...................... 330,421
Tank Capacity ........................ 421 INDEX 463
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Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 325
Mopar Parts ......................... 378,453
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 138
Navigation System ....................... 240
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 82
Occupant Restraints ....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline ................... 330
Odometer ............................. 203
Oil, Engine ......................... 379,422
Capacity ............................ 421
Change Interval ....................... 381
Checking ............................ 379
Disposal ............................ 383
Filter ............................ 383,422
Filter Disposal ........................ 383
Identification Logo ..................... 382
Materials Added to ..................... 383 Recommendation ................... 381,421
Synthetic ............................ 383
Viscosity .......................... 382,421
Onboard Diagnostic System .............. 376,377
Opener, Garage Door ..................... 159
Operator Manuals (Owner ’ s Manuals) ........... 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 92
Overdrive ............................. 300
Overhead Console ....................... 150
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 150
Overheating, Engine ................... 201,345
Owner ’ s Manual ....................... 4,454
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Parking Brake .......................... 301
Parking On Hill ......................... 301
Passing Light ........................... 139
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 146
Pets, Transporting ........................ 77468 INDEX