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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 2.0L ............. 391
Engine Compartment — 2.4L ............. 392
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 393
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 393
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 394
Replacement Parts ..................... 395
Dealer Service ........................ 395
Maintenance Procedures ................. 396 ▫
Engine Oil ......................... 397
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 400
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 400
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 401
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 402
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 403
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 404
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 404
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 405
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hood latching components to ensure 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 or equivalent 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 or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
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. Make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is
present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment (right rear side), and the fluid level
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Information Center, Vehicle................. 206
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 95
Instrument Cluster .................... 190,192
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 189
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 422
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 422
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 423
Interior Appearance Care .................. 420
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 152
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 374
Jack Operation ....................... 374,376
Jacking Instructions ...................... 376
Jump Starting .......................... 380
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14 Key-In Reminder
......................... 14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 18
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 429
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 39
Latches ................................ 89
Hood .............................. 144
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 348
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 89
Life of Tires ............................ 336
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 35
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 183
Light Bulbs .......................... 89,427
Lights .............................. 89,146
Airbag ........................ 66,71,87,194
Alarm .............................. 201
Anti-Lock ........................... 204
Back-Up ............................ 429
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Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 17
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 127
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 192
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 460
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 404
Washers, Windshield ..................... 152
Washing Vehicle ......................... 418
Water Driving Through ...................... 305 Wheel and Wheel Trim
.................... 420
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 420
Wind Buffeting ......................... 167
Window Fogging ........................ 286
Windows .............................. 33
Power ............................... 33
Windshield Defroster ................87,278,283
Windshield Washers ................... 151,152
Windshield Wipers .................... 151,404
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 152
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