WARNING!
•The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be susceptible to
interference caused by improperly installed or high
output radio transmitting equipment. This interfer-
ence can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking
capability. Installation of such equipment should be
performed by qualified professionals.
•Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their
effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping
makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly
on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or
stop.
•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural
laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it
increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that
afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and
tires or the traction afforded.
•The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns, following
another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a
safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent acci-
dents.
•The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous man-
ner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the
safety of others.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and
type and tires must be properly inflated to produce
accurate signals for the computer.
Anti-Lock Brake Light
The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem. The light will come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for
as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not come on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
bulb repaired as soon as possible.
If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light
remain on, the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic
216 STARTING AND OPERATING
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the
hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is
on. You can be hurt by the fan.
•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis-
sion cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could
enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If
the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may
be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This type
of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow
this procedure carefully.
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow
battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean
over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to
touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush
contaminated area immediately with large quantities of
water.
•A battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammable
and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from the vent
holes.
•Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source
with an output that exceeds 12 volts.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not
be disconnected and should only be replaced with a
battery of the same type (vented).
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump-starting.
1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact.
2. When boost is provided by a battery in another
vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach, but
do not allow the vehicles to touch one another.
WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
3. Set the parking brake, place the automatic transmis-
sion in PARK, and turn the ignition switch to the OFF (or
LOCK) position on both vehicles.
4. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal loads.
282 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
and MoparTotal Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
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 Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MoparGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow 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.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321
7
Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
35 — 5 Amp
OrangeAmplifier - if equipped/
Antenna/Ignition
Delay/Overhead
Console/Passenger Door
Lock & Express Power
Window Switch - if
equipped/Power Mir-
rors - if equipped/Rear
Defrost
36 — 20 Amp
YellowHands Free Phone - if
equipped/Media System
Monitor DVD - if
equipped/Radio/
Satellite Receiver - if
equipped
37 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission - NAG1
38 — 5 Amp
OrangeCargo Light/Overhead
Console
39 — 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirrors - if
equippedCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
40 — 5 Amp
OrangeHeated Seats - if
equipped/Inside Rear-
view Mirror
41 — 10 Amp
RedAC Heater Control/Tire
Pressure Monitoring - if
equipped
42 30 Amp
Pink— Front Blower Motor
43 30 Amp
Pink— Amplifier - if equipped/
Antenna/Rear Defrost
44 20 Amp
Blue— Amplifier - if equipped/
Front Control Module
(FCM)/Sunroof - if
equipped
*Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The Cluster is fused by the 25 amp circuit
breaker in Cavity 11. The Passenger Seat Switch is fused
by the 25 amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The Door
Modules (except base), the Driver Door Lock Switch
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 214
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 310
Adding Fuel.......................... 254
Adding Washer Fluid.................102,307
Adjustable Pedals....................... 104
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter).... 300
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 304
Air Conditioning....................180,182
Air Conditioning Controls................ 180
Air Conditioning Filter................188,305
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 189
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........304,305
Air Conditioning System...........180,182,304
Air Pressure, Tires...................135,233
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................45,47
Airbag Light....................46,49,61,131
Airbag Maintenance...................... 49
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........42,47
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 135
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 239All Wheel Drive (AWD)............... 211,317
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 176
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........309,310,337
Disposal............................ 311
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 214
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............136,216
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 135
Appearance Care....................... 318
Auto Down Power Windows............... 29
Auto Up Power Windows................. 29
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 66
Automatic Door Locks..................24,25
Automatic Headlights.................... 96
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 182
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 317
Automatic Transmission.........200,205,316,317
Adding Fluid.....................317,339
Autostick........................... 209
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 317
Fluid Change........................ 317
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Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH)....................54,55
Lubrication, Body....................... 306
Lumbar Support........................ 90
Maintenance Free Battery................. 303
Maintenance Procedures.................. 295
Maintenance Schedule................... 342
Schedule “A”........................ 355
Schedule “B”........................ 345
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). . . 136,293
Manual, Service........................ 365
Methanol............................. 251
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 140
Mirrors............................... 66
Automatic Dimming.................... 66
Electric Remote....................... 68
Exterior Folding....................... 67
Heated.............................. 68
Outside............................. 67
Rearview............................ 66
Vanity.............................. 68
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 242
Mopar Parts........................294,364
MTBE/ETBE.......................... 251
Multi-Displacement Engine System.......... 218
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 98
Navigation Radio....................... 168
Navigation System...................... 168
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 59
Occupant Restraints...................... 33
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 250
Odometer............................ 129
Trip ............................... 129
Oil, Engine.........................295,338
Capacity............................ 337
Change Interval...................... 297
Checking........................295,296
Dipstick.........................295,296
Disposal............................ 299
Filter...........................300,338
Filter Disposal....................... 299
Identification Logo.................... 298
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Materials Added to.................... 299
Recommendation..................297,337
Synthetic........................... 299
Viscosity.........................298,337
Onboard Diagnostic System............292,293
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ......... 109
Operating Precautions................... 292
Outside Rearview Mirrors................. 67
Overdrive............................ 202
Overhead Console...................... 108
Overheating, Engine..................130,272
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 365
Panic Alarm........................... 20
Parking Brake......................... 213
Parking On Hill........................ 213
Passing Light........................... 98
Pedals, Adjustable...................... 104
Personal Settings....................... 146
Pets.................................. 58
Phone, Cellular......................... 69
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 69
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 228Power
Brakes............................. 214
Distribution Center (Fuses).............. 323
Door Locks.......................... 24
Mirrors............................. 68
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 117
Seats............................... 89
Steering.........................217,305
Steering, Checking.................... 305
Sunroof............................ 114
Windows............................ 28
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 41
Preparation for Jacking................... 274
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 39
Programmable Electronic Features..... 110,113,146
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)..............21,110,113
Radial Ply Tires........................ 235
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 310
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 149
Radio, Navigation...................... 168
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10
Radio Operation..................150,157,180
Radio Remote Controls.................. 176
Radio, Satellite......................169,173
Radio (Sound Systems)................150,157
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 93
Rear Window Defroster.................. 190
Rear Window Features................... 190
Rearview Mirrors........................ 66
Reclining Front Seats..................... 90
Recorder, Event Data..................... 49
Recreational Towing..................... 270
Reformulated Gasoline................... 251
Refrigerant............................ 305
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 39
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)............... 17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 176
Remote Trunk Release.................... 32
Replacement Parts...................... 294
Replacement Tires...................... 238
Reporting Safety Defects................. 365
Restraint, Head......................... 91
Restraints, Child........................ 51
Restraints, Occupant..................... 33Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 284
Rotation, Tires......................... 241
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 61
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 61
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 365
Safety Information, Tire.................. 224
Safety Tips............................. 59
Satellite Radio......................169,173
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 176
Schedule, Maintenance................... 342
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 322
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 39
Seat Belts............................33,34
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 38
And Pregnant Women.................. 41
Child Restraint.................51,52,53,57
Extender............................ 41
Front Seat.........................34,35
Operating Instructions.................. 35
Pretensioners......................... 39
Rear Seat............................ 34
Reminder........................... 133
380 INDEX