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Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic
Temperature Control Only
When this button is pressed and the ignition
switch is in the ON position, the rear wiper will
operate at a fixed interval of about 8 seconds. As
vehicle speed increases, the time delay will shorten. The
switch position as well as an indicator light will show
when the wiper is ON.
Rear Washer Operation — Automatic
Temperature Control Only
Press and hold the button as long as spray is
desired. If the switch is depressed while the wipers
are on, the wipers will operate for a few seconds
after the switch is released then resume the previously set
mode of intermittent wiper or continuous wipe. If the
switch is depressed when the wipers are off, the wipers
will operate for two cycles, then turn off.NOTE:The washers will stop spraying if the switch is
pressed longer than 10 seconds.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-
tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds
to flush out the residual water.
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▫Steering Shaft Seal....................425
▫Steering Linkage......................425
▫Drive Shaft Universal Joints..............425
▫Body Lubrication.....................426
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................426
▫Windshield And Rear Window Washers.....427
▫Exhaust System......................428
▫Cooling System.......................429
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......434
▫Fuel System Connections................435
▫Brakes.............................435
▫Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check . . 437
▫Fuel System Hoses....................438▫Automatic Transmission................438
▫Front And Rear Wheel Bearings...........441
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................441
▫Cleaning The Instrument Panel And Underseat
Cup Holders........................446
Fuses — Integrated Power Module..........448
Vehicle Storage........................451
Replacement Light Bulbs.................451
Bulb Replacement......................452
▫Headlights..........................452
▫Front Park/Turn Signal And Sidemarker
Lights .............................454
▫Fog Lights..........................455
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Continued operation could result in failure of the univer-
sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the
grease. This would require complete replacement of the
joint assembly.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, liftgate, sliding doors and hood hinges,
should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application 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
components to insure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism 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 smallamount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant 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.
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Sunroof............................. 181
Windows............................. 31
Power Steering Fluid..................... 458
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 55
Preparation for Jacking.................383,394
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 53
Programmable Electronic Features......172,177,180
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)........................... 23,177,180
Radial Ply Tires......................... 335
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......430,432
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 219
Radio, Navigation....................... 255
Radio Operation......................249,272
Radio Remote Controls.................260,272
Radio, Satellite.......................... 268
Radio (Sound Systems)...........221,231,241,249Rear Air Conditioning.................284,293
Rear Cup Holder........................ 187
Rear Heater............................ 284
Rear Seat Removal....................137,139
Rear Seating Flexibility.................141,142
Rear Window Defroster................... 301
Rear Window Features.................... 298
Rear Wiper/Washer...................299,300
Rearview Mirrors........................ 94
Reclining Front Seats..................... 124
Recorder, Event Data...................... 71
Recreational Towing...................377,405
Reminder, Seat Belt..................... 53,54
Remote Control......................... 260
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 272
Removable Floor Console...............191,193
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 413
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