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the end of the multi-function lever to one of the six
intermittent wiper settings to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the
multi-function lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least
sensitive and wiper delay position 6 is the most sensitive.
Choose setting 3 or 4 for normal rain conditions. Choose
setting 2 or 1 if you desire less wiper sensitivity. Choose
setting 5 or 6 if you desire more sensitivity. Place the lever
in the OFF position when not using the system.
NOTE:
•
The rain-sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper speed is in the LOW or HIGH position.
•The rain-sensing feature may not function properly
when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
•Use of Rain-Xor products containing wax or silicone
may reduce rain sensor performance.
•The Rain Sense feature can be enabled or disabled. For
details, refer to “Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers,”
under “Personal Settings (Customer ProgrammableFeatures),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
The rain sensing system has protective features for the
wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the
following conditions:
•Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit— The rain-sensing
feature will not operate when the ignition is first
switched ON, and the vehicle is stationary, and the
outside temperature is below 32° F (0° C), unless the
wiper control on the multi-function lever is moved, or
the vehicle speed becomes greater than 0 mph (0
km/h), or the outside temperature rises above freez-
ing.
•Neutral Wipe Inhibit— The rain-sensing feature will
not operate when the ignition is ON, and the trans-
mission shift lever is in the N (Neutral) position, and
the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h), unless
the wiper control on the multi-function lever is moved
or the shift lever is moved out of the N (Neutral)
position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
6.1L Engine Compartment...............271
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II......272
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap..................272
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs
............................273
Replacement Parts.....................274
Dealer Service........................274
Maintenance Procedures.................275
▫Engine Oil..........................275
▫Engine Oil Filter......................278
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 278
▫Spark Plugs.........................278▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................279
▫Fuel Filter..........................279
▫Catalytic Converter....................279
▫Maintenance-Free Battery................281
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............282
▫A/C Air Filter — If Equipped............283
▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............284
▫Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints........284
▫Steering Linkage......................284
▫Body Lubrication.....................284
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................285
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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 or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations 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 remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers
The windshield washer and the headlight washer share
the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in
the front of the engine compartment on the passenger
side of the vehicle. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of
washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid”
appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
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Window Fogging....................... 189
Windows.............................. 25
Power.............................. 25
Windshield Defroster.................... 187
Windshield Washers...............101,102,285
Fluid .............................. 285Windshield Wiper Blades................. 285
Windshield Wipers...................... 101
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 285
Wipers,Intermittent ..................... 101
Wipers, Rain Sensitive................... 102
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