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Washing
•
Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPARCar Wash or equiva-
lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels
completely with clear water.
•If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
•Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR
Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains
and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to
scratch the paint.
•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.
CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of
paint and decals.
Special Care
•
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear
and open.
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than
21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your
battery.
•Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.LIGHT BULBS – Interior
Bulb No.
Front Courtesy/Reading Lamp ..........578/W5W
Center Courtesy/Reading Lamp ..........578/W5W
Visor Vanity Lamp ...................... A6220
Glove Box Lamp ....................... A6220
Shift Indicator Lamp ................. IKLE14140
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp ............. 579
NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement.
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Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signal and Backup Lamps
The taillamps are a two piece design. The turn signal,
brake and taillamps are located in the rear corner body
panel housing. The backup and taillamps are located in
the trunk lid housing.
Changing the Tail/Stop Lamp or Rear Turn Signal
Lamp
1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner
behind the taillamp
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6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
taillamp housing and rotate the connector one-quarter
turn clockwise to lock it in place.
7. Reinstall the taillamp housing.
Changing the Backup Lamp
1. Open the trunk.
2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn
counterclockwise and remove it from the housing.
1 — Rear Fog Lamp2 — Backup Lamp
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Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn
counterclockwise and remove it from the CHMSL hous-
ing.3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install
the replacement bulb.
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
CHMSL housing and rotate the connector one-quarter
turn clockwise to lock it in place.
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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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Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 120
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transporting Pets ........................ 79
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 281
Trip Odometer .......................... 149
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 152
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ...................... 36
Trunk Release, Emergency ................37,38
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 36
Turn Signals ...................... 108,153,387
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 93
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 143
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 421
Universal Transmitter ..................... 120
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 294 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt
.............. 44
Upholstery Care ........................ 374
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 92
Variance, Compass ....................... 165
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 305
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 273,305,307
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 229,382
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) .................. 214
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 350
Voice Recognition System (VR) ............... 93
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 145
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
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