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9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
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11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical
connector, and trunk liner.
12. Close the trunk.
License Light
1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.
2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly.
5. Reattach the light to the rear fascia, and then install the
screws.
1 — License Light Bulb
2 — Socket 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under
“Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441
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The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer
to your contract documents, and contact the person listed
in those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your vehicle. Your authorized
dealer has also made a major investment in facilities,
tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely
delighted with your ownership experience. You’ll be
pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty
issues or related concerns.WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to
this vehicle.
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About Your Brakes....................315,317
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............317,321
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 153
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 406
Adding Fuel........................... 361
Adding Washer Fluid...............144,146,402
Additives, Fuel......................... 359
Adjustable Pedals....................... 148
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 394
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 399
Air Conditioning Filter.................290,400
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 291
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............399,400
Air Conditioning System................284,399
Air Pressure, Tires....................206,337
Airbag................................ 49
Airbag Deployment..................... 55,59
Airbag Light..................... 56,61,76,201
Airbag Maintenance....................... 61Airbag, Side.......................... 50,57
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............. 50,57
Alarm, Panic............................ 22
Alarm (Security Alarm)................. 18,205
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 343
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 270
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........405,406,435
Disposal............................ 407
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............317,321
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............200,319
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System....................... 205
Appearance Care........................ 414
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
Assistance Towing....................... 101
Audio Systems (Radio).................232,251
Auto Down Power Windows................ 34
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Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 30
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 34
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 84
Automatic Door Locks................... 29,30
Automatic Headlights.................... 133
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 284
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 414
Automatic Transmission.............305,413,414
Adding Fluid......................414,437
Autostick.........................308,310
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 414
Fluid Change......................... 414
Fluid Level Check...................... 413
FluidType ........................... 437
Shifting ............................. 305
Special Additives...................... 414
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 309,310
Autostick...........................308,310AxleFluid ............................. 437
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 437
BallJoints ............................. 401
Battery............................... 397
Emergency Starting..................... 377
Jump Starting......................... 377
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 23
Location..........................377,397
Bearings.............................. 414
Belts,Drive ............................ 393
Belts, Seat............................ 40,76
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 401
B-Pillar Location........................ 332
Brake Assist System...................... 322
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 320
Brake Fluid............................ 437
Brake, Parking.......................... 315
Brake System........................317,410
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Anti-Lock (ABS)....................317,321
Fluid Check....................... 411,437
Hoses.............................. 410
Master Cylinder....................... 411
Parking............................. 315
Warning Light.....................201,317
Brakes.............................317,410
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 304
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 73
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 139
Bulb Replacement.....................427,428
Bulbs,Light .......................... 77,427
Calibration, Compass..................... 220
Capacities, Fluid........................ 435
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 361
Oil (Engine).......................... 392
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 406Car Washes............................ 415
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 75,360
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 364
Catalytic Converter...................... 395
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............232,251
Cellular Phone..................... 88,251,253
Certification Label....................... 364
Chains, Tire............................ 343
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 329
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 388
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 74
Checks, Safety........................... 74
Child Restraint.................. 64,65,66,69,71
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 68,69
Child Safety Locks........................ 30
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 358
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 416
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 402
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Climate Control......................... 283
Clock .....................231,234,237,253,258
CoinHolder ........................... 190
Cold Weather Operation................... 299
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 283
Compass.............................. 220
Compass Calibration..................... 220
Compass Variance....................... 221
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 215
Connector
UCI ................................ 277
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 277
Console, Floor.......................... 190
Console, Overhead....................... 176
Contract, Service........................ 451
Converter, Catalytic...................... 395
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 406
Cooling System......................... 404
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 406Coolant Capacity...................... 435
Coolant Level......................404,407
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 407
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 405
Inspection........................... 407
Points to Remember.................... 408
Pressure Cap......................... 406
Radiator Cap......................... 406
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......405,435,436
Corrosion Protection..................... 414
Cruise Control (Speed Control)...........150,153
CruiseLight ........................... 199
CupHolder .........................189,419
Customer Assistance..................... 450
Customer Programmable Features............ 226
Data Recorder, Event...................... 62
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 140
Daytime Running Lights................... 136
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