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▫Air Conditioner Maintenance .............280
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............281
▫ Driveline And Steering Component
Lubrication ..........................282
▫ Body Lubrication .....................282
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................282
▫ Windshield Washers ...................283
▫ Exhaust System ......................283
▫ Cooling System .......................284
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......289
▫ Brake System ........................290
▫ Automatic Transmission ................292
▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid —
Manual Transmission ..................294 ▫
Manual Transmission ..................294
▫ Transfer Case ........................295
▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ..................296
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ...........................297
Fuse Panel ...........................305
▫ Interior Fuses ........................305
▫ Underhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center) ..............307
Vehicle Storage ........................309
Replacement Bulbs — If Equipped ...........309
Bulb Replacement ......................310
▫ Head Light ..........................310
▫ Front Park/Turn Signal .................311
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Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
“Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate 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 Mopar
Lock
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. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
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
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Dimmer Switch........................ 65
Replacing ............................ 310
Switch ............................... 64
Heater ............................... 172
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 184
High Beam Indicator ..................... 148
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 238
Holder, Cup ............................ 72
Hood Release ........................... 62
Hoses ............................. 289,290
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .................... 294
Ignition Cables .............................. 277
Key ................................. 13
Illuminated Entry ........................ 17
Infant Restraint ........................ 34,35
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 222 Inside Rearview Mirror
.................... 52
Instrument Cluster ....................... 146
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 145
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 301
Interior Appearance Care .................. 300
Interior Fuses .......................... 305
Interior Lights ........................... 64
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............ 67
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 255
Jack Operation ....................... 254,256
Jacking Instructions ...................... 256
Jump Starting .......................... 258
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key Release Button ....................... 14
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
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Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage ......................... 309
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 274
Voltmeter ............................. 147
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 147
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 7
Warranty Information ..................... 343
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 141
Washers, Windshield ..................... 283
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 298
Wheel Alignment and Balance ............... 227
Wheel Mounting ........................ 257 Windshield Defroster
.................. 174,177
Windshield, Folding ...................... 132
Windshield Washers .................... 67,283
Fluid ............................... 283
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 282
Windshield Wipers ....................... 67
Wiper, Rear ............................ 140
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