Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.WARNING!
Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard pro-
longed braking. You could have an accident.
WARNING!
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B-pillar
Appliques
When cleaning the front door B-pillar appliques, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Remove all dirt with a wet soft rag. A mild soap
solution may be used, do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. Glass cleaners are not recommended. If
soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag.
2. To maintain the high gloss shine, apply a scratch and
swirl remover onto a damp cloth and apply to doorapplique. Rub the applique with a firm pressure then buff
lightly with a clean cotton cloth until a high gloss shine is
achieved.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445
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Adding Fuel........................... 353
Adding Washer Fluid..................300,427
Additives, Fuel......................... 351
Adjustable Pedals....................... 162
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 423
Air Conditioning.....................276,281
Air Conditioning Controls................. 276
Air Conditioning Filter.................298,424
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 298
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.............284,293
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 423
Air Conditioning System..........276,281,286,423
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 277
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 333
Airbag................................ 56
Airbag Deployment....................... 69
Airbag Light................... 61,62,71,88,213
Airbag Maintenance....................... 70
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 57AlarmLight ........................... 215
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 340
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 271
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........430,431,457
Disposal............................ 432
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 317
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 213
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 441
Ashtray............................... 186
Auto Down Power Windows................ 32
AutomaticDimmingMirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks................... 28,29
Automatic Headlights.................... 152
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 286
Automatic Transaxle.................... 12,311
Interlock System..................... 15,312
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Reset Mode.......................... 313
Selection Of Lubricant................438,458
Shifting ............................. 313
Special Additives...................... 441
Automatic Transmission................... 438
Adding Fluid......................... 439
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 440
Fluid Change......................... 440
Fluid Level Check...................... 439
FluidType ........................438,458
BallJoints ............................. 425
Battery............................... 421
Gas Caution.......................... 422
Jump Starting......................... 401
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 153
Bearings.............................. 441
Belts,Drive ............................ 418Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 426
B-Pillar Location........................ 328
Brake Fluid............................ 458
Brake, Parking.......................... 315
Brake System........................317,435
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 317
Fluid Check.......................... 437
Hoses.............................. 436
Warning Light........................ 212
Brakes.............................317,435
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 312
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 86
Bulb Replacement....................... 452
Bulbs,Light ............................ 451
Calibration, Compass..................... 168
Capacities, Fluid........................ 457
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 353
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Oil (Engine).......................... 417
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 432
Car Washes............................ 442
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 352
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 197
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 197
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 274
Cassette Tape Player..................... 221
Catalytic Converter...................... 419
Caution, Exhaust Gas................. 42,87,352
CD (Compact Disc) Changer.......230,237,253,257
CD (Compact Disc)
Player............227,231,235,241,244,249,251,257
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 275
Cellular Phone........................ 98,272
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 456
Center Lap Belts......................... 52
Chains, Tire............................ 341Changing A Flat Tire..................... 382
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 325
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) .............................217,412
Child Restraint........................ 73,75
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 78
Child Safety Locks........................ 37
Child Seat............................ 73,80
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 350
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 444
Climate Control......................... 276
Clock .............................219,256
Coat Hook............................ 196
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 275
Compact Disc (CD) Player...............221,227
Compact Spare Tire...................... 336
Compass.............................. 167
Compass Calibration..................... 168
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Door Ajar Light......................... 212
Door Locks............................. 27
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 28
Door Opener, Garage..................... 175
DriveBelts ............................ 418
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 425
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 322
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 257
E-85 Fuel............................. 356
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 96
Electrical Power Outlets................... 183
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 163
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 171
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 380
Jacking........................382,383,394
Jump Starting......................... 401Overheating.......................... 381
Emission Control System Maintenance......412,460
Engine............................... 410
Air Cleaner Filter...................... 419
Block Heater......................... 310
Break-In Recommendations................ 86
Checking Oil Level..................... 414
Compartment......................... 410
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 458
Cooling ............................. 429
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 42,352
Flooded, Starting...................... 309
Fuel Requirements..................349,457
Oil ...........................414,457,458
Oil Change Interval.................... 416
Oil Disposal.......................... 418
Oil Filler Cap......................... 417
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 418
Oil Selection.......................417,457
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Oil Synthetic......................... 417
Overheating.......................... 381
Temperature Gauge..................... 215
Event Data Recorder...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 42,87,352,429
Exhaust System......................... 428
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 55
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 96
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 419
Air Conditioning....................298,424
Automatic Transaxle.................... 440
Engine Oil........................418,458
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 418
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 380
Turn Signal..................... 211,454,455
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 391Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 358
Engine Oil........................... 357
Fuel Requirements..................... 356
Maintenance.......................... 358
Replacement Parts..................... 358
Starting............................. 357
Flooded Engine Starting................... 309
Fluid Capacities......................... 457
Fluid Leaks............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 439
Brake............................... 437
Power Steering........................ 424
Fluids ................................ 458
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 458
Fog Light Service........................ 455
Fog Lights..........................154,455
Fold in Floor (Stown Go) Seating........... 125
INDEX 491
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Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 403
Fuel................................. 349
Adding............................. 353
Additives............................ 351
CleanAir ............................ 350
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 353
Gasoline............................ 349
Gauge.............................. 210
Hoses............................435,438
Light ............................... 211
Octane Rating......................349,458
Requirements......................349,457
System Hoses......................... 435
Tank Capacity........................ 457
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 351
Fueling ............................... 353
Fuses................................ 448Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 175
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............353,355,411
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 350
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 349
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 350
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 215
Fuel................................ 210
Speedometer......................... 212
Tachometer.......................... 214
Gearshift.............................. 313
General Information.................. 18,25,349
Glass Cleaning.......................... 445
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 140
GrossAxleWeightRating ...............359,364
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............359,363
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 98
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 380
492 INDEX