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WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.1. Connect the positive
(+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative(-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle. 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive
(+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air
cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left front fender and is accessible without removing
the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to
_Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the inner fender shield.
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 120
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 250
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 251
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 214
E-85 Fuel ............................. 299
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 138
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 90
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 129
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....... 117
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 263
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 158
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................. 323
Jump Starting ......................... 329
Towing ............................. 335 Emergency Trunk Release
.................37,38
Emission Control System Maintenance ......345,396
Engine .......................... 341,342,343
Air Cleaner .......................... 352
Block Heater ......................... 241
Break-In Recommendations ................ 79
Checking Oil Level ..................... 348
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 361,393
Cooling ............................. 361
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 81,298
Fails to Start .......................... 239
Flooded, Starting ...................... 239
Fuel Requirements .................. 294,392
Jump Starting ......................... 329
Oil ........................... 348,392,393
Oil Change Interval ............151,161,349,396
Oil Filler Cap ................ 341,342,343,350
Oil Filter ............................ 351
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 351
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Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 216
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 36
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 382
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 346
Replacement Tires ....................... 282
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 418
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........151,161
Restraint, Head .......................... 98
Restraints, Child ......................... 69
Restraints, Infant ......................... 70
Reverse Lights .......................... 387
Rotation, Tires .......................... 284
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 84
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 418
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81 Safety Information, Tire
................... 266
Safety Tips ............................. 80
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 212
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 210
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 396
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 376
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 45
And Pregnant Women ................... 52
Child Restraint ....................... 69,78
Extender ............................. 52
Front Seat .......................... 40,41
Inspection ............................ 82
Operating Instructions ................... 41
Pretensioners .......................... 47
Rear Seat ............................. 40
Reminder ............................ 146
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