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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unap-
proved tires and wheels may change suspension dimen-
sions and performance characteristics, resulting in
changes to steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and
stress to steering and suspension components. You
could lose control and have an accident resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel
sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size
listed on your vehicle’s tire label. Using a smaller tire
could result in tire overloading and failure. You could
lose control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate
speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and
loss of vehicle control.
•Overloading your tires is dangerous. Overloading can
cause tire failure. Use tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle - never overload them.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings. Check with your dealer before replacing tires
with a different size.
Alignment and Balance
The suspension components of your vehicle should be
inspected and aligned when needed, to obtain maximum
tire tread life.
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
•reduced tread life;
•uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear;
•vehicle pull to the right or to the left.
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“CHECK GAS CAP” message will be displayed in the
EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center). Refer to
“Overhead Console” in Section 3 of this manual. Tighten
the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset
button to turn the message off. If the problem continues,
the message will appear the next time the vehicle is
started. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDII”
in Section 7 of this manual for more information.
CAUTION!
Damage to the fuel system or emission control
system could result from using an improper fuel
tank filler cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let
impurities into the fuel system.
WARNING!
•Never add fuel when the engine is running.
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the
tank filled.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find information on limits to the
type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information
to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.
To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements
and recommendations in this manual concerning ve-
hicles used for trailer towing.
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that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer
reset button to turn the message off. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Requirements...................276,280,356
Tank Capacity........................ 356
Fuel System Caution...................279,283
Fuses................................ 342
Garage Door Opener..................... 139
GasCap ...........................281,309
Gasoline.............................. 276
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 277
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 278
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 171
Fuel................................ 174
Odometer........................... 171
Speedometer......................... 168
Tachometer.......................... 168
Gear Ranges........................229,231
General Information...................... 273
Glass Cleaning.......................... 340Hands-Free Phone........................ 85
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 292
Head Restraints......................... 110
Head Rests............................ 110
Headlights............................ 119
Bulb Replacement...................... 351
High Beam........................... 168
Lights On Reminder.................... 120
Passing............................. 119
Replacing............................ 351
Switch.............................. 119
Heated Mirrors.......................... 84
Heated Seats........................... 112
Heater, Engine Block..................... 226
Holder, Cup........................... 150
Homelink Transmitter.................... 139
Hood Release.......................... 116
Hoses................................ 330
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 335
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Heated.............................. 84
Outside.............................. 82
Rearview............................. 81
Vanity............................... 84
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 268
Mopar Parts......................... 311,395
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 118
Navigation System....................... 203
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 73
Occupant Classification System............... 55
Occupant Restraints....................... 37
Octane Rating, Gasoline................... 276
Odometer............................. 171
Trip ................................ 171
Off-Pavement Driving..................249,341
Off-Road Driving.....................249,341Oil, Engine............................ 312
Capacity............................ 356
Change Interval....................... 313
Checking............................ 312
Dipstick............................. 312
Identification Logo..................... 314
Materials Added to..................... 315
Pressure Warning Light.................. 172
Recommendation.................314,315,356
Synthetic............................ 315
Viscosity.......................314,315,356
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 316
Oil Pressure Light....................... 172
Onboard Diagnostic System..............309,310
Opener, Garage Door..................... 139
Organizer, Cargo........................ 154
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 82
Overhead Console....................... 129
Overheating, Engine...................... 293
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Maintenance.......................333,335
Manual............................. 227
Shifting............................. 227
Warning Light........................ 172
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 29
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 139
Transmitter Programming................... 28
Transporting Pets........................ 72
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 266
Trip Odometer.......................... 171
Turbo Cool Down....................... 224
Turn Signals................... 119,168,352,355
Underhood Fuses........................ 345
Universal Transmitter..................... 139
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 276
Upholstery Care........................ 340
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 330Vanity Mirrors........................... 84
Variance, Compass....................... 138
Vehicle Identification Number................ 8
Vehicle Loading......................... 259
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage......................... 349
Vinyl Trim............................. 340
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................314,315
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 292
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 168
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 393
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 157
Washers, Windshield..................124,324
Washing Vehicle......................... 338
Waxing and Polishing..................... 338
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 267
Wheel Mounting........................ 298
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