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Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.
WARNING!
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
•Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling
point than the recommended MOPARDOT 3
product or a brake fluid that is unidentified as to
FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake
failure during hard prolonged braking. You could
have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
CAUTION!
Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid, all brake seal components could be
damaged causing partial or complete brake failure.
Fuel System Hoses
Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are
designed with hoses and quick connect fittings which
have unique material characteristics to provide adequate
sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline.
You are urged to use only the manufacture specified
hoses with quick connect fittings, or their equivalent in
material and specification, in any fuel system servicing. It
is mandatory to replace any damaged hoses or quick
connect fittings that have been removed during service.
Care should be taken in installing quick connect fittings
to insure they are properly installed and fully connected.
See your authorized dealer for service.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•
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.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•
Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 225
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 314
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Washer Fluid..............109,110,310
Additives, Fuel........................ 255
Adjustable Pedals....................... 98
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 307
Air Conditioning....................... 192
Air Conditioning Filter................202,308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 308
Air Conditioning System................. 192
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 244
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,49
Airbag Light....................44,51,61,144
Airbag Maintenance...................... 50
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,47
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 25
Alignment and Balance.................. 250
All Wheel Drive (AWD)...............229,321
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 185
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............313,344
Disposal............................ 315
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 225
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 144
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 25
Appearance Care....................... 321
Auto Down Power Windows............... 27
Auto Up Power Windows................. 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 67
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights................... 103
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 196
Automatic Transmission............210,215,320
Adding Fluid.....................320,347
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 320
Fluid Change........................ 320
Fluid Level Check..................... 320
Fluid Type.......................... 347
Gear Ranges......................... 211
Torque Converter..................... 214
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 214
Autostick..........................217,222
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Ball Joints............................ 309
Battery............................... 306
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 24
Location.........................283,306
Bearings.............................. 321
Belts, Drive........................... 303
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 309
B-Pillar Location....................... 239
Brake Assist System..................... 116
Brake, Parking......................... 223
Brake System.......................225,317
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................... 225
Fluid Check......................318,347
Hoses.............................. 317
Warning Light....................... 144
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 222
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 60
Bulb Replacement...................... 334
Bulbs, Light........................... 333
Calibration, Compass.................... 155
Capacities, Fluid....................... 344Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 257
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 314
Car Washes........................... 322
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............60,256
Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 135
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 191
Catalytic Converter..................... 304
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............164,171
Cellular Phone.......................... 70
Chains, Tire........................... 251
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 275
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 236
Child Restraint...................52,55,56,58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 56
Child Safety Locks....................... 19
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 254
Climate Control........................ 192
Clock.......................162,166,172,188
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance........... 192
Compact Spare Tire..................... 246
Compass............................. 154
Compass Calibration.................... 155
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 56
Lubrication, Body....................... 309
Lumbar Support........................ 92
Maintenance Free Battery................. 306
Maintenance Procedures.................. 298
Maintenance Schedule................... 350
Schedule“A”........................ 361
Schedule“B”........................ 353
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................149,296
Manual, Service........................ 369
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 95
Memory Seat........................... 95
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 95
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 153
Mirrors............................... 67
Automatic Dimming.................... 67
Electric Remote....................... 69
Exterior Folding....................... 68
Heated.............................. 69
Outside............................. 68Rearview............................ 67
Vanity.............................. 70
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 230
Mopar Parts........................297,368
Multi-Displacement Engine System.......... 229
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 102
Navigation System...................... 188
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 60
Occupant Restraints...................... 31
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 253
Oil, Engine.........................298,346
Capacity............................ 344
Change Interval...................... 300
Checking........................298,299
Disposal............................ 302
Filter...........................303,346
Filter Disposal....................... 302
Identification Logo.................... 301
Materials Added to.................... 302
Recommendation..................300,344
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