2005 DODGE NEON SRT trunk

•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time
the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions
repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side
windows fully open.
•Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to
prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex-
haust gases from entering the vehicle.
ADDING FUEL
NOTE:
The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door
about 2 inches (50 mm) down from the opening. If fuel is
poured from a portable container, the container should
have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the
restricting door.
Fuel Tank Filler Cap
The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the passen-
ger’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged,
be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use
with this vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the fuel system or emission control
system could result from using an improper fuel
tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap
could let impurities into the fuel system.
CAUTION!
A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp to turn on.
NOTE:When the fuel nozzle“clicks”or shuts off, the
fuel tank is full.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not“top
off”the fuel tank after filling.
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, trunk 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. Particular
attention 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 MoparLock
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, or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt or road film and help
reduce streaking and smearing.
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. Make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 155
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Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signals and Back-up Lights
1. Open the trunk and move the trunk liner away from
the rear light mounting area.
2. Twist the bulb socket 1/4 turn to remove it from the
housing.
3. Pull bulb from socket and replace
Center High Mounted Stop Light
1. Twist the socket 1/4 turn and remove it from the
housing.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace.
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 91 Octane12.5 Gallons 47.5 Liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
2.4 Liter Turbo Charged Engines (5W-30, API Certified Engine
Oils)5.0 qts 4.7 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4 Liter Turbo Charged Engines (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)8.1 qts 7.7 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
176 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cup Holder............................ 62
Customer Assistance.................... 196
Daytime Running Lights.................. 57
Dealer Service......................... 144
Defroster, Rear Window................... 90
Defroster, Windshield..................46,86
Deploying, Airbag....................... 35
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 142
Dimmer Control........................ 55
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 57
Disarming, Theft System.................. 22
Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 148
Door Locks............................ 13
Door Locks, Automatic................... 15
Downshifting.......................... 100
Drive Belts............................ 149
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 136
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 50Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 130
Jump Starting........................ 133
Towing............................. 138
Emergency Trunk Release................. 17
Emission Control System Maintenance....... 180
Engine............................... 141
Break-In Recommendations............... 45
Checking Oil Level.................... 145
Compartment........................ 141
Cooling............................ 157
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 123
Jump Starting........................ 133
Oil ..........................145,176,177
Oil Change Interval................... 146
Oil Filler Cap........................ 148
Oil Filter............................ 177
Oil Selection......................... 147
Oil Synthetic......................... 148
Overheating......................... 128
Temperature Gauge.................... 73
Timing Belt.......................... 150
Exhaust Gas Caution..................45,123
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Steering, Checking.................... 154
Sunroof............................. 60
Windows............................ 22
Power Steering Fluid.................... 177
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 29
Preparation for Jacking................... 130
Programming Transmitters................. 19
Radial Ply Tires........................ 115
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 74
Radio Operation........................ 75
Radio, Satellite.......................... 80
Radio (Sound Systems).................74,75
Rear Window Defroster................... 90
Reclining Front Seats..................... 51
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 177
Reformulated Gasoline................... 121
Refrigerant............................ 154
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 18
Remote Trunk Release.................... 17
Replacement Bulbs...................... 173
Replacement Keys....................... 11Replacement Parts...................... 144
Replacement Tires...................... 117
Reporting Safety Defects................. 200
Rotation, Tires......................... 120
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 46
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 46
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 200
Safety Information, Tire.................. 104
Safety Tips............................. 45
Satellite Radio.......................... 80
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 83
Schedule, Maintenance................... 180
Seat Belts.............................. 23
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 27
And Pregnant Women.................. 29
Child Restraint........................ 38
Extender............................ 30
Front Seat............................ 23
Maintenance......................... 169
Rear Seat............................ 23
Untwisting Procedure................... 28
Seats................................. 50
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Alignment.......................... 118
Chains............................. 119
Changing........................... 130
Compact Spare....................... 115
General Information................... 112
High Speed.......................... 114
Inflation Pressures.................... 113
Jacking............................. 130
Load Capacity....................108,109
Quality Grading...................... 201
Radial.............................. 115
Replacement......................... 117
Rotation............................ 120
Safety.............................. 112
Sizes............................... 105
Snow Tires.......................... 119
Spinning............................ 116
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 117
Towing
Disabled Vehicle...................... 138
Transaxle
Manual...........................95,98
Transmitter Battery Service................ 20Transporting Pets........................ 44
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 117
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 72
Trunk Release Button..................... 17
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 17
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 17
Turbo Boost Gauge...................91,121
Turbo Cool Down....................... 97
Turn Signals.........................57,70
Underhood Fuses....................... 170
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 201
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt............. 28
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 161
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading........................ 125
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 173
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 69
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 198
INDEX 213
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