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WARNING!
•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering efficiency be-
yond 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 hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents.
•The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety
or the safety of others.
The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake
System. 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
Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not function-
ing. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
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▫Front Suspension Ball Joints..............331
▫Body Lubrication.....................331
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................332
▫Windshield Washer Reservoir.............332
▫Exhaust System......................332
▫Cooling System.......................333
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......338
▫Fuel System Connections................339
▫Brake System........................339
▫Automatic Transaxle (Cvt)...............342
▫Manual Transaxle.....................343
▫Rear Drive Assembly (Rda )– AWD/4WD
Models Only........................344▫Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) – AWD/4WD
Models Only........................344
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................345
Fuses/Integrated Power Module (IPM).......350
Vehicle Storage........................354
Replacement Bulbs......................354
Bulb Replacement......................355
▫Headlamps..........................355
▫Fog Lights..........................357
▫Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup
Lights — Replacement..................358
▫License Lights........................360
▫Center High-Mounted Stoplight...........361
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4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the
ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Moparparts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Moparparts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
You may:
•Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number
Front Header Lamp......................T578
Center Dome Lamp......................T578
Rear Cargo/Flashlight.................8–A35LF
LIGHTS BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Low Beam/High Beam Headlight............ H13
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Light. . . 3157AK
Front Fog Light.........................9145
Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)...................... LEDAssembly
Rear Tail/Stop..........................3157
Rear Turn Signal......................3157AK
Backup Light..................... W16W(921)
License Light.......................... W5W
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamps•Raise the hood and locate connector behind the head-
lamp.
Locating Headlamp ConnectorReleasing Red Lock Tab
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•Reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out
at connector.
Remove green connector from back of bulb by pulling
straight back
Twisting Bulb From Socket
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•Twist the bulb to the left and pull outward from
assembly.
NOTE:These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch
the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers
could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb
life.Fog Lights
1. Access lamp through the lower fascia cutout.
2. Rotate bulb and connector 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull bulb off of connector.
Removing Halogen Bulb From Assembly
Fog Light and Connector
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2. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage the
lamp from the aperture panel.3. Twist and remove socket from lamp.
Pulling Lamp From Body
Removing Socket and Bulb
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