
5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install
the replacement bulb.
6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
taillight housing and rotate the connector
1¤4turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
7. Reinstall the taillight housing.
Changing the Backup Light
1. Open the trunk.
2. Rotate the bulb's electrical connector
1¤4turn counter-
clockwise and remove it from the housing.
3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install
the replacement bulb.
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
housing and rotate the connector
1¤4turn clockwise to
lock it in place.
Backup and Rear Fog Light
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

License Plate Light
1. Remove the two retaining screws from the lens.2. Gently pry the lens loose.
3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install
the replacement bulb.
4. Install the lens and the two retaining screws.
Location and Removal of Rear License Light Lens
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407
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Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Rotate the bulb's electrical connector
1¤4turn counter-
clockwise and remove it from the CHMSL housing.3. Disconnect the bulb from the harness connector and
then connect the replacement bulb.
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
CHMSL housing and rotate the connector1¤4turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
High-mounted Stop Light Bulb Replacement
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fluid Check.......................383,412
Hoses.............................. 382
Master Cylinder....................... 383
Parking............................. 264
Warning Light........................ 182
Brakes.............................267,381
Brake/Transaxle Interlock.................. 256
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 72
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 144
Bulb Replacement.....................400,401
Bulbs, Light..........................76,400
Calibration, Compass..................... 192
Capacities, Fluid........................ 409
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 316
Oil (Engine)..................354,355,356,363
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 378
Car Washes............................ 388Carbon Monoxide Warning...............74,311
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 319
Catalytic Converter...................... 366
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............213,217
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 231
Cellular Phone..................99,217,218,231
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 408
Certification Label....................... 319
Chains, Tire............................ 297
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 338
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 281
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 358
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 73
Checks, Safety........................... 73
Child Restraint..................62,63,64,68,69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............66,68
Cigar Lighter........................... 163
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 309
434 INDEX

Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 155
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............316,318,358
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 309
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 307
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 309
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 176
Fuel................................ 176
Odometer........................... 178
Tachometer.......................... 178
Gear Ranges........................... 258
Gearshift.............................. 258
General Information............18,27,125,263,307
General Maintenance..................... 361
Glass Cleaning.......................... 391
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............320,323
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............319,322
GVWR............................... 319Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)........99,217,218
Hard Drive (HDD)....................213,217
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water................... 272
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 336
Head Restraints......................... 135
Headlights.......................138,139,401
Automatic........................... 139
Bulb Replacement...................... 401
Cleaning............................ 391
Delay.............................. 140
High Beam........................186,401
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 142
Lights On Reminder.................... 141
On With Wipers....................139,148
Passing............................. 143
Replacing............................ 401
Switch...........................138,139
440 INDEX

Jacking Instructions...................... 340
Jump Starting.......................... 344
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster..........................48,52
Lane Change and Turn Signals...........142,183
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 40
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).....66,68
Latch Plate............................. 41
Latches................................ 76
Hood............................... 137
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 307Leaks, Fluid............................ 76
Life of Tires............................ 295
Light Bulbs..........................76,400
Light Replacement....................... 401
Lights...........................76,138,401
Airbag......................52,53,59,75,177
Anti-Lock........................... 269
Automatic Headlights................... 139
Back-Up............................. 404
Battery Saver......................... 144
Brake Assist Warning................... 278
Brake Warning........................ 182
Bulb Replacement...................... 401
Center Mounted Stop................... 408
Courtesy/Reading..................... 144
Daytime Running...................... 140
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............138,142
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.........................276,278
442 INDEX

Rear Window Features.................... 246
Reception, Radio........................ 197
Recorder, Event Data...................... 60
Recreational Towing...................... 333
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 309
Refrigerant............................ 370
Release, Hood.......................... 137
Reminder, Lights On..................... 141
Reminder, Seat Belt.....................45,46
Remote Control
Security Alarm......................... 18
Starting System........................ 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 230
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Remote Trunk Release..................... 36
Replacement Bulbs....................... 400
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 360Replacement Tires....................... 296
Reporting Safety Defects................... 427
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........179,189
Restraint, Head.......................54,135
Restraints, Child......................... 62
Restraints, Occupant....................39,54
Reverse Lights.......................... 404
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 348
Rotation, Tires.......................... 298
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 75
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 75
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 427
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 74
Safety Information, Tire................... 280
Safety Tips............................. 73
Satellite Radio...............213,214,217,218,225
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 226
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 414
INDEX 447
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysSentry Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
- IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsConvertible Top OperationTo Unlatch the TrunkExpress Down Window FeatureUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationREMOTE
STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksWINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingTRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT
RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) Automatic Locking ModeSeat Belts And Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your VehicleExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You
Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION Power Convertible Top Usage PrecautionsCargoProtectorPower Convertible Top ControlsLowering the Power Convertible TopRaising the Power
Convertible TopWind StopPower Convertible Top Operation and Warning MessagesMIRRORS Automatic Dimming MirrorOutside MirrorsPower Remote Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedVanity Mirror - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION
(UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition System
(VR) OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Manual Front Seat AdjustmentsEasy Entry SystemPower Seats - If EquippedHead RestraintsHeated Seats -If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Exterior and Interior Lighting ControlHeadlights and Parking
LightsAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time Delay - If EquippedDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If EquippedLights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHighbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Flash to PassInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Windshield WashersAdding Washer FluidTILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC
SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate
Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER - IF EQUIPPED Cup Holder Ash Receiver - If EquippedCUP HOLDERS Front Seat Cup HolderHeated or Cooled Cup Holder - If EquippedRear Seat Cup HoldersCONSOLE FEATURES StorageSliding Armrest - If EquippedUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT
PANEL FEATURES BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)- IF EQUIPPED Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysOil
Change RequiredTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM Reception
SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER
(MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On PlayingMP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
SALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting
ProcedureSALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureUNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF
EQUIPPED Connecting the iPod DeviceControlling the iPod using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList or Browse ModeSATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)
Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS
- IF EQUIPPED Right-Hand Switch FunctionsLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Radio OperationLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD) OperationRADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air
Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped Operating TipsREAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster - If EquippedSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransaxleNormal Starting
Extremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Brake/Transaxle Interlock SystemAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System4 Speed or 6 Speed
(AutoStick) Automatic TransaxleAUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED AutoStick OperationAutoStick General InformationPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System - If EquippedPOWER STEERING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTraction
DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterTRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) - IF EQUIPPED BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) - IF EQUIPPED ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) - IF EQUIPPED ESP Operating Modes
ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightSynchronizing ESPTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation Pressures
Radial-Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS 2.4L and 2.7L Engines3.5L EngineReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel
System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsFLEXIBLE FUEL- 2.7L ENGINES ONLY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES) E-85 General InformationETHANOL FUEL (E-85)Fuel RequirementsSelection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline
VehiclesStartingCruising RangeReplacement PartsMaintenanceADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)Overloading
LoadingTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING
THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS Engine Oil Overheating - 2.4L Engine Only (If Equipped)JACKING AND TIRE
CHANGING Preparations For JackingJack LocationSpare Tire StowageJacking InstructionsJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING ADISABLED VEHICLE WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEYTOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLYMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2.4L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive BeltSpark Plugs
Engine Air Cleaner FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedPower Steering - Fluid CheckFront Suspension Ball JointsSteering LinkageBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield WashersExhaust
SystemCooling SystemHoses and Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransaxleFront and Rear Wheel BearingsAppearance Care And Protection From CorrosionCleaning The Center Console Cup HoldersCONVERTIBLE TOP CARE Soft Top
Weather Strip Care - Soft and Hard TopFUSES (TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlight, High Beam HeadlightFront Turn Signal/Park LightFront Fog LightTail/Stop Light, Rear
Turn Signal Light, Backup LightLicense Plate LightCenter High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED
ASSISTANCE DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer CenterDaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service ContractWARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX