2005 DODGE NEON battery

17 10 Amp/Red Lt Low Beam Headlamp/
Headlamp Level Switch
(Bux Only)
18 10 Amp/Red Rt Low Beam Headlamp/
Headlamp Level Motor
19 10 Amp/Red Fog lamps
20 Spare
CAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
You may:
²Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
²Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Inside Bulb No.
ABS Indicator.......................... LED
Airbag Indicator........................ LED
Brake System Warning Indicator............. LED
Climate Controls........................ LED
Console Gear Selector...................PC194
Dome Light............................T579
Front Fog Indicator...................... LED
High Beam Indicator....................PC194
Instrument Cluster Illumination............PC194
Low Fuel Indicator....................... LED
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. LED
Rear Cargo............................T906
198 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

²If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:IFANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule ªBº of the9Maintenance Schedules9section of
this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule9B9.
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule9B9.
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 and add if
required.
Once a Month
²
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 207
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 123
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 183
Adding Fuel.......................... 144
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 175
Air Conditioning....................103,177
Air Conditioning Controls................ 103
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 177
Air Conditioning System................. 177
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 133
Airbag................................ 31
Airbag Deployment...................... 36
Airbag Light.......................39,47,79
Airbag Maintenance...................... 38
Airbag, Side........................... 37
Alarm, Panic........................... 20
Alarm System........................22,79
Alignment and Balance.................. 139
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 96
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........182,202,203
Capacities........................... 202
Disposal............................ 184
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 123Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 77
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 22
Appearance Care....................... 191
Arming Theft System..................... 22
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 70
Automatic Door Locks.................... 16
Automatic Transaxle........... 9,114,116,117,188
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 190
Fluid Level Check..................... 188
Interlock System....................14,116
Reset Mode.......................... 117
Selection Of Lubricant................. 188
Shifting............................. 117
Special Additives..................... 190
Ball Joints............................ 178
Battery............................... 176
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 21
Belts, Drive........................... 173
Belts, Engine.......................... 174
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 178
B-Pillar Location....................... 128
Brake Fluid........................... 203
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Rear Servicing....................... 201
Rear Tail............................ 201
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 79
Security Alarm........................ 22
Side Marker......................... 201
Theft Alarm.......................... 79
Turn Signal.....................62,78,201
Voltage.............................. 79
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description).... 77
Loading Vehicle........................ 146
Tires ............................... 128
Locks................................ 14
Child Protection....................... 17
Door............................... 14
Power Door.......................... 15
Steering Wheel........................ 13
Lubrication, Body....................... 178
Maintenance.......................169,206
Maintenance, Airbag..................... 38
Maintenance Free Battery................. 176
Maintenance Procedures.................. 169
Maintenance Schedule................... 206Schedule9A9......................... 218
Schedule9B9......................... 209
Maintenance, Sunroof.................... 69
Malfunction Indicator Light.............80,167
Manual, Service........................ 229
Manual Transaxle...............67,114,119,190
Downshifting........................ 120
Fluid Level Check..................... 190
Frequency of Fluid Change.............. 191
Lubricant Selection.................... 190
Map/Reading Lights..................... 60
Master Cylinder........................ 187
Mirrors............................... 51
Compass/Temperature.................. 51
Electric Remote....................... 55
Outside............................. 54
Rearview............................ 51
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Mopar Parts........................168,229
Multi-Function Control Lever.............61,62
Occupant Restraints...................... 24
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Load Capacity....................128,129
Quality Grading...................... 231
Radial............................. 135
Replacement......................... 138
Rotation............................ 141
Safety...........................124,132
Sizes............................... 125
Snow Tires.......................... 140
Spinning............................ 137
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 137
Towing
Disabled Vehicle...................... 160
Guide.............................. 147
Recreational......................... 148
Weight............................. 147
Trailer Towing......................... 146
Minimum Requirements................ 147
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 147
Warnings........................... 146
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 147
Trailer Weight......................... 147
Transaxle
Automatic................. 9,114,116,117,188Manual...................10,67,114,119,190
Overdrive........................... 118
Selection of Lubricant.................. 188
Transmitter Battery Service................ 21
Transporting Pets........................ 45
Tread Wear Indicators................... 137
Trip Odometer.......................... 80
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 80
Trunk Release Button..................... 18
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 18
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 18
Turn Signals.........................62,78
Underhood Fuses....................... 195
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 231
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt............. 29
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 185
Variance, Compass....................... 53
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading.....................129,146
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 198
244 INDEX