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Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. However, low
fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be
needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.
WARNING!
Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard pro-
longed braking. You could have an accident.
WARNING!
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
CAUTION!
Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid as seal damage will result.
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Leather Seat Care & Cleaning
MoparTotal Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MoparTotal Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner 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.
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Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
* This maintenance is not required if the belt was
previously replaced.WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the proper equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a service job,
take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............177,275
Adding Fuel........................... 314
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 167
Adjustable Pedals....................... 130
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 366
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 371
Air Conditioning........................ 235
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 244
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone................ 242
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 372
Air Conditioning System.................. 235
Air Filter.............................. 366
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 289
Airbag................................ 46
Airbag Deployment....................... 53
Airbag Light.......................55,69,177
Airbag Maintenance....................... 54
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,178
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18Alignment and Balance................... 294
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 230
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 402
Disposal............................ 379
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............135,275
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 177
Anti-Theft System.....................18,178
Appearance Care........................ 388
Auto Down Power Windows................ 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 77
Automatic Door Locks..................... 27
Automatic Headlights.................... 120
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 236
Automatic Transmission................256,385
Adding Fluid......................... 386
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 385
Fluid Level Check...................... 385
Fluid Type........................... 385
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Special Additives...................... 387
Torque Converter...................... 262
Autostick............................. 258
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 162
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 162
Battery............................... 369
Emergency Starting..................... 348
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 120
Belts, Drive............................ 365
Belts, Seat.............................. 38
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 373
B-Pillar Location........................ 284
Brake Assist System...................... 136
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 135
Brake System........................... 381
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................135,275
Hoses.............................. 382Master Cylinder....................... 382
Parking............................. 274
Warning Light........................ 176
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 256
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 67
Bulb Replacement....................... 401
Camera, Rear........................... 149
Capacities, Fluid........................ 402
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 314
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 378
Car Washes............................ 389
Carbon Monoxide Warning............68,152,310
Cargo Area Features...................... 165
Cargo Compartment...................... 165
Luggage Carrier....................... 168
Cargo Load Floor........................ 165
Catalytic Converter...................... 367
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Data Recorder, Event...................... 55
Daytime Running Lights................... 123
Dealer Service.......................... 361
Defroster, Rear Window................... 167
Defroster, Windshield................69,234,240
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 358
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 124
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 385
Oil (Engine).......................... 362
Power Steering........................ 372
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 352
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 379
Engine Oil........................... 365
Used Engine Fluids..................... 365
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 27
Door Opener, Garage..................... 151Drive Belts............................ 365
Driving............................... 269
Off-Pavement......................... 270
Off-Road............................ 270
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 225
E-85 Fuel.............................. 311
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 78
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 162
Electronic Brake Control System............. 135
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 132
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 138
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 182
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................181,184
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 263
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 340
Jacking............................. 342
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Finish Care............................ 389
Flashers.............................. 340
Hazard Warning....................... 340
Turn Signal.......................... 176
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 313
Engine Oil........................... 313
Fuel Requirements................... 311,312
Maintenance.......................... 314
Replacement Parts..................... 313
Starting............................. 313
Flipper Glass, Liftgate..................... 33
Flooded Engine Starting................... 252
Fluid Capacities......................... 402
Fluid Leaks............................. 70
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 385
Engine Oil........................... 362
Power Steering........................ 372Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 403
Fog Lights..........................123,183
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat................. 108
Folding Rear Seat.....................108,111
Four Wheel Drive....................... 264
Operation........................... 264
Systems............................. 264
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 264
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 340
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 263
Front Axle (Differential)................... 384
Fuel................................. 307
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 314
Gasoline............................ 307
Gauge.............................. 182
Hoses.............................. 381
Materials Added....................... 309
Octane Rating........................ 307
Requirements......................... 402
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