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MOPARSpray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention 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 MOPAR
Lock 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 nonabrasive 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.
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/Headlight Washers — If
Equipped
The windshield washer and the headlight washer (if
equipped) share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid
reservoir is located in the front of the engine compart-
ment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431
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Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 143
Daytime Running Lights................... 140
Dealer Service.......................... 422
Deck Lid, Emergency Release................ 40
Deck Lid, Power Release................... 39
Defroster, Rear Window................... 198
Defroster, Windshield................78,295,301
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 144
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 420
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 142
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................423,424
Power Steering........................ 332
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 412
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 439
Engine Oil........................... 426
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30Door Opener, Garage..................... 181
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces................... 327
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 328
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 288
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 198
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 88
Electrical Power Outlets................... 191
Electronic Brake Control System............. 336
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 336
Brake Assist System.................... 337
Electronic Stability Program............... 338
Traction Control System................. 337
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 449
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....150,154
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 338
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 216
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Vanity Mirrors........................... 89
Variance, Compass....................... 230
Vehicle Certification Label................. 378
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................346,377,379
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................303,456
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 288
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 425
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 118
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 396
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 208
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 496
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 431Washers, Windshield..................145,431
Washing Vehicle......................... 445
Water
Driving Through...................... 328
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 446
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 446
Wind Buffeting.......................39,190
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............52,59
Window Fogging........................ 303
Windows.............................. 35
Power............................... 35
Windshield Defroster................78,295,301
Windshield Washers...................143,145
Fluid............................... 431
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 431
Windshield Wipers....................... 143
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 431
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 144
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.................... 146
522 INDEX