
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).L
²Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you, then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance rec-
ommendations in Schedule ªBº in this section.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you, then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow the
maintenance recommendations in Schedule ªBº in this
section.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule9B.9
Second is ScheduleªA.ºIt is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule9B.9
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 204
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 280
Adding Fuel.......................... 240
Adding Washer Fluid..................97,277
Adjustable Pedals....................... 99
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 271
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 274
Air Conditioning....................175,176
Air Conditioning Controls................ 175
Air Conditioning Filter................183,275
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 184
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........274,275
Air Conditioning System........175,176,177,274
Air Pressure, Tires...................129,222
Airbag................................ 37
Airbag Deployment....................41,43
Airbag Light....................42,45,57,126
Airbag Maintenance...................... 44
Airbag, Side........................... 42
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........37,42
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 129
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 227Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 170
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........279,280,304
Disposal............................ 281
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)..........204,208
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............130,206
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 129
Appearance Care....................... 287
Auto Down Power Windows............... 25
Auto Up Power Windows................. 25
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 62
Automatic Door Locks.................... 22
Automatic Headlights.................... 90
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 177
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 287
Automatic Transmission...............196,286
Adding Fluid.....................286,306
Autostick........................... 200
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 286
Fluid Change........................ 286
Fluid Level Check..................... 286
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Fluid Type.......................... 306
Shifting............................ 196
Special Additives..................... 287
Autostick..........................198,200
Ball Joints............................ 276
Battery............................... 273
Emergency Starting.................... 254
Jump Starting........................ 254
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 19
Location.........................255,273
Bearings.............................. 287
Belts, Drive........................... 270
Belts, Seat............................. 29
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 276
B-Pillar Location....................... 217
Brake Assist System..................... 209
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 208
Brake, Parking......................... 203
Brake System.......................204,284
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................204,208
Fluid Check......................285,306
Hoses.............................. 284Master Cylinder...................... 285
Parking............................ 203
Warning Light....................128,204
Brakes............................... 204
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 195
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 54
Bulb Replacement...................... 299
Bulbs, Light........................... 298
Calibration, Compass.................... 136
Capacities, Fluid....................... 304
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 240
Oil (Engine)......................... 269
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 281
Car Washes........................... 288
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............55,240
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 173
Catalytic Converter..................... 271
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............144,151
Cellular Phone.......................... 65
Chains, Tire........................... 227
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 214
INDEX 337
10

Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............240,264
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 238
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 237
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 238
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 125
Fuel............................... 124
Speedometer......................... 124
Tachometer.......................... 124
General Information.................14,20,237
Glass Cleaning......................... 290
Gross Axle Weight Rating................. 244
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............... 244
GVWR............................... 244
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)............ 65
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 248
Head Restraints......................... 86
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 290
High Beam........................... 93
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 93
Lights On Reminder.................... 92On With Wipers.....................91,97
Passing............................. 93
Switch.............................. 90
Time Delay........................... 91
Heated Seats........................... 86
Heater............................... 175
Heater, Engine Block.................... 192
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . 93
Holder, Cup........................... 114
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . 104
Hood Release.......................... 89
Hoses............................... 283
Ignition............................... 11
Key ................................ 11
Ignition Key Removal.................... 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................. 12
Infant Restraint.......................46,47
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 129
Information Center, Vehicle............... 132
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 62
Instrument Cluster...................123,124
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High Beam........................93,127
High Beam Indicator................... 127
Illuminated Entry...................... 16
Instrument Cluster..................90,124
Interior...........................94,103
License............................. 304
Lights On Reminder.................... 92
Low Fuel........................... 131
LowTire ............................ 129
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 131
Oil Pressure......................... 127
Passing............................. 93
Reading............................ 103
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 127
Service..........................298,299
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . 131
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).......129,230
Traction Control...................... 213
Turn Signal........................93,126
Voltage............................. 124
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 124
Load Leveling System................... 117
Loading Vehicle.....................243,244Capacities........................... 244
Tires ............................... 217
Locks................................ 20
Auto Unlock......................... 22
Child Protection....................... 23
Door............................... 20
Power Door.......................... 21
Low Tire Pressure System................ 230
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................49,50
Lubrication, Body....................... 276
Lumbar Support........................ 86
Maintenance Free Battery................. 273
Maintenance Procedures.................. 267
Maintenance Schedule................... 308
Schedule ªAº........................ 321
Schedule ªBº........................ 311
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . 131,265
Manual, Service........................ 331
Methanol............................. 238
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 134
Mirrors............................... 62
INDEX 343
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Automatic Dimming.................... 62
Electric Remote....................... 64
Exterior Folding....................... 63
Heated.............................. 64
Outside............................. 63
Rearview............................ 62
Vanity.............................. 64
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 230
Mopar Parts........................266,330
MTBE/ETBE.......................... 238
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 93
Navigation Radio....................... 162
Navigation System...................... 162
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 54
Occupant Restraints...................... 29
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 237
Odometer............................ 124
Trip ............................... 124
Oil, Engine.........................267,305
Capacity............................ 304Change Interval...................... 268
Checking........................... 267
Dipstick............................ 267
Disposal............................ 270
Filter...........................270,305
Filter Disposal....................... 270
Materials Added to.................... 269
Recommendation..................269,304
Viscosity.........................269,304
Onboard Diagnostic System............264,265
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ......... 104
Operating Precautions................... 264
Outside Rearview Mirrors................. 63
Overhead Console...................... 103
Overheating, Engine..................... 248
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual)......... 331
Panic Alarm........................... 18
Parking Brake......................... 203
Parking On Hill........................ 203
Passing Light........................... 93
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 99
Personal Settings....................... 140
344 INDEX

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IFEQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsTo unlatch the trunkUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door Lock
WINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingTRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Reminder
System (BeltAlert) Automatic Locking Mode - If EquippedSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintBREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY
TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your VehicleExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If EquippedDrivers Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer- If EquippedPower Remote-Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationsPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings YouShould Know About Your UConnect SystemSEATS Power SeatsPower Reclining SeatsLumbar Support
Head RestraintsHeated SeatsFolding Rear Seat TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Headlight SwitchAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time DelayDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
Lights-on ReminderFog LightsMulti-Function LeverOverhead Console Map/Reading LightsInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureWindshield WashersHeadlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
Adding Washer FluidTILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed Setting
To Accelerate For PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StorageGARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink) - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkCanadian Programming/Gate ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkErasing HomeLink Buttons
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof Maintenance
Ignition Off OperationSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCUP HOLDERS Front Seat Cup Holders - StandardFront Seat Cup Holders - PremiumRear Seat Cup HoldersSTORAGE Console FeaturesCargo AreaLOAD
LEVELING SYSTEM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayTelephone - If EquippedNavigation - If EquippedSystem Warnings (Customer Information Features)Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast
SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REF - AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITERADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation
Instructions - CD ModeOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - If EquippedOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio - If EquippedSALES CODE RAK - AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO,
HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and WMA CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperating Instructions - Tape PlayerSeek ButtonFast Forward(FF)Rewind (RW)Tape EjectScan ButtonChanging Tape DirectionMetal Tape SelectionPinch Roller Release
Noise ReductionOperation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperationInstructions - (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA
Play)SALES CODE REC - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)REC Setting the ClockAudio Clock DisplayVIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED Kicker Mobile
Surround (KMS1)SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK RadiosSelecting a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY
(Program Type) Button (if equipped)PTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Radio OperationTape Player OperationCD Player OperationSatellite Radio OperationCASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER
MAINTENANCE CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped Operating TipsREAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear
Window DefrosterSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal StartingExtremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or-29 degrees C)If Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - General InformationBrake/Transmission Shift Interlock System5 Speed Automatic TransmissionAUTOSTICK Autostick OperationAutostick General InformationDRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionPARKING
BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake SystemPOWER STEERING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ESP (Electronic Stability Program)Synchronizing ESPESP/BAS
Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire MarkingsTire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread
Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tire Rotation - Standard TiresTire Rotation - All Season TiresTIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base
System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS 6.1L EngineReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS TIREFIT TIRE REPAIR JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING
A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEYTOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler CapEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterFuel FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedPower Steering - Fluid CheckFront and Rear Suspension
Ball JointsSteering LinkageBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses And Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionFront And Rear Wheel BearingsAppearance Care and
Protection from CorrosionCleaning The Center Console Cup HoldersFUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center)Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center)VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, Park/Turn Light, and Front Side Marker LightBackup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn Light, and Tail/Stop LightLicense LightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassis
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES SCHEDULE BSCHEDULE AIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The
AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX