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▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............375
▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............377
▫Front Suspension Ball Joints..............377
▫Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints........378
▫Body Lubrication.....................378
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................378
▫Windshield Washers...................379
▫Exhaust System......................380
▫Cooling System.......................381
▫Emission Related Components............386
▫Brake System........................387
▫Automatic Transmission................389
▫Transfer Case........................391▫Axles ..............................392
▫Selection Of Lubricating Grease...........392
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................393
Fuse Block............................398
▫Fuses (Interior).......................398
▫Fuses (Power Distribution Center).........402
▫Fuses (Integrated Power Module)..........405
Vehicle Storage........................407
Replacement Light Bulbs.................407
Bulb Replacement......................408
▫Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal..........408
▫Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And
Backup Lights — Replacement............409
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Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
All four wheel drive models are equipped with four
constant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these
joints is not required. However, the joint boot should be
inspected for external leakage or damage periodically. If
external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and
grease should be replaced immediately. Continued op-
eration could result in failure of the joint due to water
and dirt contamination of the grease. This would require
complete replacement of the joint assembly. Refer to the
Service Manual for the detailed replacement procedure.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors,liftgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
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 small
amount 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.
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FUSE BLOCK
CAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
NOTE:If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for
longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect
your battery. You may do this by disconnecting the
battery or by disconnecting the two ignition-off draw
(I.O.D.) fuses located in the Auxiliary Power Distribution
Center (PDC) located in the engine compartment. The
I.O.D. cavities include a snap-in retainer that allows the
fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the
fuse block. Pressing the I.O.D. fuse back into the cavity
reconnects it.
Fuses (Interior)
The fuse block contains blade-type mini-fuses, relays,
and circuit breakers for high-current circuits. It is located
in the left kick panel. It is accessible through a snap-in
cover.
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Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F1 15 Amp BlueInstrument Clus-
ter Battery Feed
F 2 10 Amp Red Spare
F3 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for Next
Generation Con-
troller (NGC),
Integrated
Power Module
(IPM), AC Relay
and Fuel Pump
Relay
F4 10 Amp RedDoor Node and
Non-Memory
Power Mirror
Switch Battery
Feed
F5 (2) 10 Amp RedAirbags (2 Fuses
in Yellow
Holder)
F6 2 Amp ClearIgnition Run/
Start Unlock
F7 25 Amp NaturalRadio Battery
Feed
F8 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for
Cluster/Transfer
Case/Seat Sw.
Back lighting
F9 10 Amp RedSatellite Digital
Audio Receiver
(SDAR)/Digital
Video Disc
(DVD) Battery
Feed
F10 10 Amp Red Spare
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
•Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The
I.O.D. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the
fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the
fuse block.
•The transfer case should be placed in the 4HI mode
and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain.
•As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No.
Dome Light........................ WL212–2
Liftgate Lamp........................... 567
Overhead Console Lights............. PLW214–2A
Reading Light....................... WL212–2
Visor Vanity Lights............... NotServiceable
LIGHT BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Headlight............................. H13
Front Park/Turn......................3457AK
Back-Up..............................3057
Center High Mounted Stoplight.............. 921
Front Side Marker........................ 168
Fog Lamp...........................9006LL
License Plate Light....................... 168
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal and Side Marker....3057
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3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. 4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to the
back of the tail lamp.
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2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull bulb from socket.Center High-Mounted Stoplight
1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem-
bly to the liftgate.
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2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous-
ing.
3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove.Fog Lights
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