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WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Procedures”
in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR
STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
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Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber, should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
Synthetic engine oils can be used if the recommended oil
quality requirements are met, and the recommended
maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are
followed.
Materials Added to Engine Oils
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station, or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine
oil change.
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Fuel Requirements.................. 356,447
Jump Starting ......................... 394
Oil .............................. 406,447
Oil Disposal .......................... 408
Oil Filter ............................ 408
Oil Selection .......................... 447
Overheating .......................... 388
Starting ............................. 277
Temperature Gauge .................... 204
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 408
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 408
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 57
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 19
Event Data Recorder ...................... 59
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 74,360
Exhaust System ....................... 74,413
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 48
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 429
Exterior Lights .......................... 76 Fabric Care
......................... 432,433
Fabric Top ............................. 433
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 409
Engine Oil ........................... 408
Finish Care ............................ 429
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 388
Turn Signal ................... 76,201,445,446
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 278
Fluid Capacities ......................... 447
Fluid Leaks ............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks ...................... 427
Automatic Transmission ................. 423
Engine Oil ........................... 406
Manual Transmission ................... 426
Power Steering ........................ 314
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 448
Fog Light Service ........................ 445
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Maintenance Schedule.................... 452
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) ....................... 210,403
Manual, Service ......................... 477
Manual Transmission .................. 281,426
Fluid Level Check ..................... 426
Lubricant Selection ..................... 426
Shift Speeds .......................... 282
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 422
Mini-Trip Computer ................... 212,213
Mirrors ................................ 81
Outside .............................. 82
Rearview ............................. 81
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Modular Hard Top ....................... 115
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 351
Mopar Parts ......................... 404,476
Multi-Function Control Lever ................ 94New Vehicle Break-In Period
................ 73
Occupant Restraints ....................... 38
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 356
Odometer ............................. 207
Trip ............................. 206,207
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 300
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 300
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 209
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 209
Oil, Engine ............................ 406
Capacity ............................ 447
Dipstick ............................. 406
Filter ............................... 408
Identification Logo ..................... 407
Materials Added to ..................... 408
Pressure Warning Light .................. 201
Recommendation ................... 407,447
Viscosity ......................... 408,447
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TransmissionAutomatic ........................... 287
Maintenance ....................... 423,426
Manual ............................. 281
Range Indicator ....................... 206
Shifting ............................. 285
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 23
Transporting Pets ........................ 73
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 347
Trip Computer ....................... 212,213
Trip Odometer .......................... 207
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 206
Turn Signals .................... 96,201,445,446
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ............... 82
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 479
Upholstery Care ........................ 432 Vehicle Certification Label
................. 363
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 8
Vehicle Loading ...................... 339,363
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ....................... 271,442
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 408
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 200
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 8
Warranty Information ..................... 476
Washers, Windshield ..................... 412
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 429
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 431
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 431
Wheel Mounting ........................ 393
Wind Buffeting .......................... 37
Window Fogging ........................ 270
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