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▫Driveline And Steering Component
Lubrication..........................331
▫Body Lubrication.....................331
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................331
▫Windshield Washers...................332
▫Exhaust System......................333
▫Cooling System.......................333
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......338
▫Fuel System Connections................339
▫Brake System........................339
▫Clutch Hydraulic System —
Manual Transmission Only..............342
▫Front/Rear Axle Fluid..................342
▫Transfer Case........................343▫Manual Transmission..................344
▫Automatic Transmission................345
▫Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................347
Fuse Panel...........................353
▫Interior Fuses........................353
▫Underhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center)..............356
Vehicle Storage........................361
Replacement Bulbs......................361
Bulb Replacement......................362
▫Head Light..........................362
▫Front Turn Signal.....................363
▫Front Fog Light (Front Fascia Mounted).....364
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Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
“Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, swing gate 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
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions 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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Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
antifreeze/coolant) and operate the system for a few
seconds to flush out the residual water.
WARNING!
Commercial windshield washer solvents are flam-
mable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or working around the
washer solution.
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Universal Transmitter..................... 143
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 273
Upholstery Care........................ 350
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 338
VanityMirrors ........................... 84
Variance, Compass....................... 141
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Loading......................250,280
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage.......................206,361
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 322
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 302
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 166
Warnings and Cautions..................... 8
Warranty Information..................... 395
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 157Washers, Windshield..................121,332
Washing Vehicle......................... 348
WaxingandPolishing ..................... 348
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 260
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 350
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 350
Wheel Mounting........................ 307
WindBuffeting .......................... 32
Window Fogging........................ 205
Windows.............................. 31
Power............................. 31,32
Windshield Washers...................120,121
Fluid ............................120,332
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 331
Windshield Wipers....................... 120
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 121
Wiring, Ignition (Spark Plug Wires)........... 324
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