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NOTE:Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in
the strap.
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 drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (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.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725
and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5 (will be listed
on the back label of the oil container).
The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic
5W-40 or equivalent engine oil.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-40 engine oil is preferred for use in all operating
temperatures.
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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Materials Added to Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the 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
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Oil ...........................343,382,383
Oil Change Interval .................... 343
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 344
Oil Filter ............................ 345
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 344
Oil Selection ....................... 344,382
Overheating .......................... 316
Starting ............................. 237
Temperature Gauge .................... 159
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 344
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 54
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 305
Exhaust Gas Caution ................70,307,351
Exhaust System ....................... 70,351
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 78
Exterior Lighting ........................ 123
Exterior Lights .......................... 72 Filler Location Fuel
...................... 308
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 345
Engine Oil ........................ 345,383
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 344
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 316
Turn Signal ...................... 72,126,160
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 127
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 243
Fluid, Brake ........................... 384
Fluid Capacities ......................... 382
Fluid Leaks ............................. 72
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 361
Brake .............................. 359
Cooling System ....................... 354
Engine Oil ........................... 343
Power Steering ........................ 263
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Heated.............................. 79
Outside .............................. 77
Vanity ............................... 80
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 298
Mopar Parts ......................... 341,411
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 305
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 126
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 68
Occupant Restraints ................... 35,51,55
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .............47,51,53
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............304,383
Odometer ............................. 158
Trip ................................ 158
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 172
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 172 Oil, Engine
......................... 343,383
Capacity ............................ 382
Change Interval ....................... 343
Checking ............................ 343
Dipstick ............................. 343
Disposal ............................ 344
Filter ............................ 345,383
Filter Disposal ........................ 344
Materials Added to ..................... 344
Recommendation ................... 344,382
Viscosity ......................... 344,382
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 345
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 345
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............339,340
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 137
Operating Precautions .................... 339
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 77
Overhead Console ....................... 136
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Vehicle Storage....................... 230,375
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 17
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 344
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 109
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 316
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 158
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 410
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 350
Washers, Windshield ................ 130,131,350
Washing Vehicle ......................... 364
Water Driving Through ...................... 260 Wheel and Wheel Trim
.................... 366
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 366
Wind Buffeting ....................... 33,146
Window Fogging ........................ 230
Windows .............................. 32
Power ............................... 32
Windshield Defroster ...................... 71
Windshield Washers ................ 130,131,350
Fluid ............................... 350
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 349
Windshield Wipers ....................... 130
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 349
Wiper, Delay ........................... 130
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 130
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