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oil if it has been six months since your last oil change
and even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Oil Change Required” in “Use Factory Settings” of the EVIC section
in this manual or under “Odometer/Trip Odometer” in
the Instrument Cluster Descriptions section of this
manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Once a Month
•Check the 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, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission 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.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 266
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 355
Adding Fuel ........................... 305
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 351
Additives, Fuel ......................... 304
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 347
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 349
Air Conditioning ........................ 236
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 236
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 242
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............349,350
Air Conditioning System ................236,349
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 284
Airbag ................................ 49
Airbag Deployment ....................... 57
Airbag Light ....................... 59,73,171
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 59
Airbag, Side ............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 50AlarmLight ........................... 171
Alarm System (Security Alarm)
............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 231
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........354,377,378
Capacities ........................... 377
Disposal ............................ 357
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 266
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 177
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 362
Assistance Towing ........................ 98
AutomaticDimmingMirror ................. 80
Automatic Door Locks ................... 28,29
Automatic Transaxle ........... 12,249,253,325,361
Fluid Level Check ..................... 361
Interlock System ....................... 255
Overheating .......................... 325
Selection Of Lubricant ................... 361
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Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 157
Cellular Phone ........................ 83,236
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 376
Chains, Tire ............................ 291
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 326
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 276
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............175,342
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 71
Checks, Safety ........................... 71
Child Restraint .......................... 62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 66
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts ........... 65
Child Safety Locks ........................ 31
Child Seat .............................. 68
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 302
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 364
Climate Control ......................... 236 Clock ........................
192,206,209,219
Clutch ............................... 359
Clutch Fluid ........................... 359
CoinHolder ........................... 152
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 235
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 286
Console .............................. 152
Contract, Service ........................ 403
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................... 377,378
Cooler, Beverage ........................ 160
Cooling System ......................... 353
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 355
Coolant Level ...................... 354,357
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 357
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 354
Inspection ........................... 357
Points to Remember ................. 356,358
Pressure Cap ......................... 356
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........... 354
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Emergency, In Case ofJacking ............................. 326
Jump Starting ......................... 331
Towing ............................. 334
Emission Control System Maintenance ......342,382
Engine ............................... 340
Break-In Recommendations ................ 70
Checking Oil Level ..................... 344
Cooling ............................. 353
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 72,305
Fuel Requirements ..................... 301
Jump Starting ......................... 331
Oil ........................... 344,377,378
Oil Change Interval .................... 345
Oil Filler Cap ...................... 340,346
OilFilter ............................ 378
Oil Selection .......................... 345
Oil Synthetic ......................... 346
Overheating .......................... 324 Temperature Gauge
.................... 169
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 58
Event Data Recorder ...................... 59
Exhaust Gas Caution ............ 35,72, 305,351,352
Exhaust System ....................... 72,351
ExteriorLights .......................... 74
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 169
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 347
Engine Oil ........................ 347,378
Flashers .............................. 324
Hazard Warning ....................... 324
Turn Signal ...................... 74, 177,373
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 331
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 250
Fluid, Brake ........................... 379
Fluid Capacities ......................... 377
Fluid Leaks ............................. 74
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator......................... 271,273
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 172
Exterior .............................. 74
Fog .......................... 128,177,372
Headlight Switch ...................... 126
Headlights ........................... 126
High Beam Indicator .................... 178
Instrument Cluster ..................... 126
License ............................. 375
Lights On Reminder .................... 127
Low Fuel ............................ 170
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 175
Map Reading ......................... 130
Oil Pressure .......................... 171
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 171
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 19,171
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 175
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 171Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
........... 172
Traction Control ....................... 271
Turn Signal ................... 74, 126,128,373
Voltage ............................. 170
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 169
Loading Vehicle ...................... 307,309
Capacities ........................... 309
Tires ............................... 279
Locks Child Protection ........................ 31
Door ................................ 26
Power Door ........................... 27
Lubrication, Body ....................... 350
Lumbar Support ........................ 119
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 348
Maintenance, General ..................... 344
Maintenance Procedures ................... 344
Maintenance Schedule .................... 382
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Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 175,342
Manual, Service......................... 405
Manual Transaxle .................. 249,251,362
Downshifting ......................... 253
Fluid Level Check ..................... 362
Frequency of Fluid Change ............... 362
Lubricant Selection ..................... 362
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 130
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 359
Mirrors ................................ 79 Automatic Dimming ..................... 80
Electric Powered ....................... 81
Outside .............................. 80
Rearview ............................. 79
Vanity ............................... 83
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 293
Mopar Parts ......................... 343,404
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 126New Vehicle Break-In Period
................ 70
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 301
Odometer ............................. 174
Trip ............................. 174,176
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 174
Oil, Engine ......................... 344,377
Capacity ............................ 377
Change Interval ....................... 345
Checking ............................ 344
Disposal ............................ 346
Filter ............................... 347
Identification Logo ..................... 346
Materials Added to ..................... 346
Recommendation ................... 345,377
Synthetic ............................ 346
Viscosity ............................ 346
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............341,342
INDEX 419
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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 RemovalLocking Doors With The KeyKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED To Set The Security AlarmTo Disarm
The SystemVehicle Security Alarm Manual OverrideREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED To Unlock The Doors And LiftgateRemote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First PressIlluminated Approach - If EquippedTo Lock The Doors And LiftgateSound Horn With Remote Key LockFlash Lights With Remote Key Lock/UnlockUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional RKE TransmittersGeneral InformationRKE Transmitter Battery ReplacementDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild-Protection
Door Lock System (Rear Doors) - If EquippedPOWER WINDOWS - IF EQUIPPED Power Window Switches Auto DownWindow Lockout SwitchLIFTGATE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageSecond Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating InstructionsSeat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) Seat Belts And Pregnant WomenDriver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagChild Restraints
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If EquippedOutside Mirror - Drivers SideOutside Mirror - Passengers SidePower Mirrors - If EquippedVanity Mirrors - If EquippedSun Visor Sliding Featureuconnect phone
- IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition System (VR) OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Front Seat AdjustmentManual Seat Height Adjustment - If EquippedManual Lumbar - If EquippedDrivers Seatback ReclineAdjustable Head RestraintsHeated Seats - If EquippedFold-Flat Front Passenger
SeatFolding Rear SeatReclining Rear Seat - If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Multifunction LeverHeadlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel LightsLights-on ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHigh Beam/Low Beam Select SwitchFlash-to-PassMap/Reading LightsDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If EquippedWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper OperationIntermittent Wiper SystemWindshield WashersMist FeatureTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC
SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingManual TransaxleTo Accelerate For PassingGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening the SunroofClosing the SunroofPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect Override
Venting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS POWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED CUPHOLDERS CONSOLE FEATURES CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight - If EquippedCargo Cover - If EquippedRemovable Load FloorCargo Tie-Down LoopsFold Down Speakers - If EquippedREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/WasherRear Window DefrosterCOOLED BEVERAGE
STORAGE BIN/GLOVE COMPARTMENT - IF EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - If Equipped Oil Change RequiredEVIC Functions Compass/Temperature/AudioAverage Fuel EconomyDistance To Empty (DTE)Elapsed TimeTire Pressure Monitor (TPM)Personal Settings
(Customer-Programmable Features)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 Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If Equipped
Operating Instructions - uconnect phone - If EquippedClock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio PlayNotes on Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeSALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE
for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)uconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeOperating Instructions - uconnect phone (If Equipped)Operating
Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Heating and Air Conditioning SystemAir Filtration System - If EquippedOperating Tips STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission - If EquippedAutomatic Transmission - If EquippedNormal StartingExtremely Cold Weather
(Below -20 degrees F Or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingMANUAL TRANSAXLE - IF EQUIPPED 5-Speed Manual TransaxleRecommended Shift SpeedsDownshiftingAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - IF EQUIPPED Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemGear RangesAUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED OperationGeneral InformationDRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionDRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing
WaterPOWER STEERING Power Steering Fluid CheckPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If EquippedELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Brake Assist System (BAS)Traction Control System (TCS)Electronic Stability Program (ESP)TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed
OperationRadial Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited-Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Base SystemPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsE-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel VehiclesMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System
CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsInstalling A Trailer HitchTrailer 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 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowagePreparations For JackingJacking InstructionsJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition KeyWithout The Ignition KeyMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 2.0L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
- 2.4L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesAdding Washer FluidExhaust SystemCooling SystemBrake SystemAutomatic Transaxle (CVT) - If EquippedManual Transaxle - If Equipped
Appearance Care And Protection From CorrosionFUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM)VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Front Parking/Front Turn SignalFog LightsTail Lights, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lights License LightsCenter High-Mounted StoplightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDUL E
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 Chrysler LLC Customer CenterChrysler 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
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