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²Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting.Battery Location
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Severe Usage (fluid and filter) Ð Refer to Maintenance
Schedule ªBº
Severe Usage is defined as:
²Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or
trailer towing where the vehicle is drivenregularlyfor
more than 45 minutes of continuous operation.
If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.
No regular maintenance is required for these compo-
nents.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
²Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and systems on your vehicle
may be performed by any automotive repair establish-
ment or individual using any automotive part, which has
been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of
California, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is ScheduleªB.ºIt is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually
operated under one or more of the conditions marked
with anL.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32ÉF (0ÉC).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC).
²Trailer towing.L
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SCHEDULE ªBº
Follow Schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually
operated under one or more of the conditions marked
with anL.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32ÉF (0ÉC).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC).
²Trailer towing.L
²Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser-
vices).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.
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Door Locks............................ 20
Door Locks, Automatic................... 22
Door Opener, Garage.................... 104
Drive Belts............................ 270
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 202
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 166
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 64
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 112
Electronic Brake Control System............ 208
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 100
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).......... 209
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light..... 124
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 132
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 257
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 248
Jump Starting........................ 254
Overheating......................... 248
Towing............................. 258
Emission Control System Maintenance....265,308
Engine............................... 263Air Cleaner.......................... 271
Block Heater......................... 192
Break-In Recommendations............... 54
Checking Oil Level.................... 267
Compartment........................ 263
Coolant (Antifreeze)................278,305
Cooling............................ 278
Exhaust Gas Caution................55,240
Fails to Start......................... 191
Flooded, Starting..................... 191
Fuel Requirements.................237,304
Oil ..........................267,304,305
Oil Change Interval................... 268
Oil Filler Cap........................ 269
Oil Selection......................269,304
Overheating......................... 248
Temperature Gauge................... 125
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 44
Ethanol.............................. 238
Event Data Recorder..................... 45
Exhaust Gas Caution.............55,56,240,278
Exhaust System......................55,278
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 63
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Pets.................................. 54
Phone, Cellular......................... 65
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)............ 65
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 218
Power
Brakes............................. 204
Distribution Center (Fuses).............. 291
Door Locks.......................... 21
Mirrors............................. 64
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 112
Seats............................... 84
Steering.........................207,276
Steering, Checking.................... 276
Sunroof............................ 109
Windows............................ 24
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 36
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 34
Programmable Electronic Features....105,108,140
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)..........................19,105,108
Radial Ply Tires........................ 224Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 281
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 143
Radio, Navigation...................... 162
Radio Operation..................144,151,174
Radio Remote Controls.................. 171
Radio, Satellite......................163,167
Radio (Sound Systems)................144,151
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 88
Rear Window Defroster.................. 185
Rear Window Features................... 185
Rearview Mirrors........................ 62
Reclining Front Seats..................... 85
Recorder, Event Data..................... 45
Recreational Towing..................... 246
Reformulated Gasoline................... 238
Refrigerant............................ 275
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)............... 17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 171
Remote Trunk Release.................... 27
Replacement Parts...................... 266
Replacement Tires...................... 226
Reporting Safety Defects................. 331
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Alignment.......................... 227
Chains............................. 227
General Information................... 221
High Speed......................... 223
Inflation Pressures.................... 222
Life of Tires......................... 225
Load Capacity....................217,218
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 230
Quality Grading...................... 332
Radial............................. 224
Replacement......................... 226
Rotation............................ 229
Safety...........................213,221
Sizes............................... 214
Snow Tires.......................... 228
Spinning............................ 224
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 225
Towing.............................. 246
Behind a Motor Home................. 246
Disabled Vehicle...................... 258
Recreational......................... 246
Trailering........................... 246
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 246Traction Control........................ 208
Trailer Towing......................... 246
Transmission.......................... 286
Automatic........................196,286
Fluid.............................. 306
Shifting............................ 193
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................ 19
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . 104
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................ 19
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)...... 17
Transporting Pets........................ 54
Tread Wear Indicators................... 225
Trip Odometer......................... 124
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 28
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 27
Turn Signals........................93,126
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)............ 65
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 332
Universal Transmitter.................... 104
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 237
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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