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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire's
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
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All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified government test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times
as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The
relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart signifi-
cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditionson specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
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Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 113
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............242,250
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 268
Cellular Phone.......................134,268
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 409
Chains, Tire............................ 319
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 344
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 303
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 365
Child Restraint.......................71,104
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............75,108
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 74
Child Safety Locks........................ 22
Child Seat...........................77,110
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 322
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 395
Climate Control......................... 269Clock...........................240,244,252
Clutch............................... 388
Clutch Fluid........................... 388
Coin Holder........................... 205
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 268
Compact Spare Tire...................... 314
Compass.............................. 239
Compass Calibration..................... 239
Compass Variance....................... 238
Console.............................. 205
Contract, Service........................ 442
Convertible............................ 119
Convertible Boot.....................124,128
Convertible Top......................... 119
Convertible Top Maintenance............... 398
Convertible Top Manual Override.........130,356
Cool Down, Turbo....................... 282
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................410,411
Cooling System......................... 381
452 INDEX

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 383
Coolant Level......................382,385
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 384
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 382
Inspection........................... 385
Points to Remember.................384,385
Pressure Cap......................... 384
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 382
Corrosion Protection..................... 393
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 374
Cruise Light........................... 225
Cup Holder............................ 205
Customer Assistance..................... 440
Data Recorder, Event...................68,102
Dealer Service.......................... 367
Deck Lid (Convertible)..................... 39
Deck Lid, Emergency Release Latch (Convertible) . . 42
Deck Lid, Power Release (Convertible)......... 40Defroster, Rear Window................... 215
Defroster, Windshield............... 114,270,271
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 188
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 364
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 185
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 384
Engine Oil........................... 371
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 193
Downshifting.......................... 293
Drive Belts............................ 372
Driver's Seat Back Tilt.................... 163
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 352
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 215
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 133
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Flat Tire Stowage........................ 349
Flooded Engine Starting................... 282
Fluid, Brake........................... 412
Fluid Capacities......................... 410
Fluid Leaks............................ 114
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 391
Fluids................................ 411
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 411
Fog Light Service........................ 407
Fog Lights..........................183,229
Folding Front Passenger Seat............... 163
Folding Rear Seat.....................167,169
Folding Rear Seat (Convertible).............. 169
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 167
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 353
Fuel..............................321,411
Adding............................. 325
Additives............................ 324Capacity............................ 410
Clean Air............................ 322
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................224,325
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 224
Filter............................... 374
Gasoline............................ 321
Gauge.............................. 224
Hoses.............................. 387
Light............................... 229
Octane Rating........................ 321
Requirements......................... 321
System Hoses......................... 387
Tank Capacity........................ 410
Fueling............................... 325
Fuses................................ 400
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 193
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............325,328,364
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 322
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 181
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 228
Fog ..........................183,229,407
Front Replacement..................... 406
Headlight Switch...................... 182
Headlights........................... 182
High Beam Indicator.................... 230
Instrument Cluster..................... 182
Lights On Reminder.................... 183
Low Fuel............................ 229
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 226
Map Reading......................180,181
Oil Pressure.......................... 229
Rear Servicing........................ 407
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 228
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 36
Service.............................. 406
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 228
Traction Control....................... 301Turn Signal..................181,184,226,407
Voltage............................. 228
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 224
Loading Vehicle......................... 328
Tires ............................... 306
Locks
Child Protection........................ 22
Door................................ 18
Power Door........................... 20
Steering Wheel......................... 18
Lubrication, Body....................... 379
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 213
Lumbar Support........................ 162
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 375
Maintenance, General..................... 367
Maintenance Procedures................... 367
Maintenance Schedule
Schedule ªAº-Non Turbo................. 428
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Schedule ªAº-Turbo.................... 433
Schedule ªBº......................... 417
Schedule ªBº-All Engines................ 417
Maintenance Schedules.................... 414
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 226,365
Manual Override, Convertible Top.........130,356
Manual, Service......................... 444
Manual Transaxle..................281,290,393
Downshifting......................... 293
Fluid Level Check...................... 393
Frequency of Fluid Change............... 393
Lubricant Selection..................... 393
Map/Reading Lights..................180,181
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 388
Mirrors............................... 131
Electric Remote....................... 133
Outside............................. 132
Rearview............................ 131
Vanity.............................. 133Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................366,443
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 181
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 112
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 60
Occupant Restraints (Convertible)............. 80
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 45
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 321
Odometer............................. 225
Trip .............................225,230
Oil, Engine.........................368,410
Capacity............................ 410
Change Interval....................... 369
Checking............................ 368
Disposal............................ 371
Filter............................... 371
Identification Logo..................... 370
INDEX 459
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